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CAS 18835-59-1

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3,5-Diiodo-L-tyrosine dihydrate

Description:
3,5-Diiodo-L-tyrosine dihydrate is a halogenated derivative of the amino acid tyrosine, characterized by the presence of two iodine atoms at the 3 and 5 positions of the aromatic ring. This compound is typically encountered as a white to off-white solid and is soluble in water due to the dihydrate form, which includes two molecules of water per molecule of the compound. The presence of iodine atoms enhances its biological activity and may influence its role in various biochemical processes, particularly in thyroid hormone synthesis. As a derivative of L-tyrosine, it retains the amino acid's properties, including the ability to participate in protein synthesis and serve as a precursor for neurotransmitters. The compound is of interest in research related to thyroid function and may have implications in studies of metabolic disorders. Safety data should be consulted for handling, as iodine-containing compounds can pose health risks.
Formula:C9H13I2NO5
InChI:InChI=1/C9H9I2NO3.2H2O/c10-5-1-4(2-6(11)8(5)13)3-7(12)9(14)15;;/h1-2,7,13H,3,12H2,(H,14,15);2*1H2/t7-;;/m0../s1
SMILES:c1c(cc(c(c1I)O)I)C[C@@H](C(=O)O)N.O.O
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