CAS 20874-31-1

Acetyl-DL-phenylalanine β-naphthyl ester

Description:

Acetyl-DL-phenylalanine β-naphthyl ester, with the CAS number 20874-31-1, is an organic compound that belongs to the class of amino acid derivatives. It is characterized by the presence of an acetyl group attached to the amino acid phenylalanine, which is further esterified with β-naphthol. This compound typically exhibits properties associated with both amino acids and esters, including solubility in organic solvents and potential reactivity due to the ester functional group. It may be used in biochemical applications, particularly in studies involving peptide synthesis or as a substrate in enzymatic reactions. The presence of the naphthyl group can also impart unique optical properties, making it useful in fluorescence studies. Additionally, the compound's structure allows for interactions with biological systems, which may be explored in pharmacological research. Overall, Acetyl-DL-phenylalanine β-naphthyl ester serves as a versatile building block in organic synthesis and biochemistry.

Formula: C₂₁H₁₉NO₃

InChI: InChI=1S/C21H19NO3/c1-15(23)22-20(13-16-7-3-2-4-8-16)21(24)25-19-12-11-17-9-5-6-10-18(17)14-19/h2-12,14,20H,13H2,1H3,(H,22,23)

InChI key: InChIKey=BBXRRTJNJCPGBU-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: O(C(C(CC1=CC=CC=C1)NC(C)=O)=O)C2=CC3=C(C=C2)C=CC=C3

Synonyms:

• <span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-Phenylalanine, N-acetyl-, 2-naphthalenyl ester
• Ac-DL-Phe-.beta.-naphthyl ester
• Acetyl-<span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-phenylalanine β-naphthyl ester
• Alanine, N-acetyl-3-phenyl-, 2-naphthyl ester, <span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-
• N-Acetyl-<span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-phenylalanine β-naphthyl ester
• N-Acetyl-DL-phenylalanine 2-Naphthyl Ester
• NSC 87855
• Napne
• Phenylalanine, N-acetyl-, 2-naphthalenyl ester
• naphthalen-2-yl N-acetyl-D-phenylalaninate
• naphthalen-2-yl N-acetyl-L-phenylalaninate
• naphthalen-2-yl N-acetylphenylalaninate
• N-Acetyl-DL-phenylalanine β-naphthyl ester
• DL-Phenylalanine, N-acetyl-, 2-naphthalenyl ester
• Alanine, N-acetyl-3-phenyl-, 2-naphthyl ester, DL-

Ac-DL-Phe-β-naphthyl ester

CAS: 20874-31-1

DL-APNE (or NAPNE), a chromogenic substrate for chymotrypsin and microbial serine proteases, e.g. subtilisin. It is also hydrolyzed by cathepsin G. NAPNE was used by Yakoby and Raskin to determine the inhibitory activity of trypsin and chymotrypsin.

Formula: C₂₁H₁₉NO₃

Purity: > 99%

Color and Shape: White Powder

Molecular weight: 333.39

Ref: 01-4000453

Naphthalen-2-yl 2-acetamido-3-phenylpropanoate

CAS: 20874-31-1

Formula: C₂₁H₁₉NO₃

Purity: 95%

Molecular weight: 333.3805

Ref: IN-DA002JVE

N-Acetyl-Dl-Phenylalanine β-Naphthyl Ester

CAS: 20874-31-1

N-Acetyl-Dl-Phenylalanine β-Naphthyl Ester

Purity: 95%

Molecular weight: 333.38g/mol

Ref: 54-OR1025822

N-Acetyl-DL-phenylalanine β-naphthyl ester

CAS: 20874-31-1

N-Acetyl-DL-phenylalanine β-naphthyl ester serves as a chromogenic substrate specifically for chymotrypsin and microbial serine proteases like subtilisin [1].

Formula: C₂₁H₁₉NO₃

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 333.38

Ref: TM-T81711

N-Acetyl-DL-phenylalanine 2-naphthyl ester

CAS: 20874-31-1

N-Acetyl-DL-phenylalanine 2-naphthyl ester (NAFEN) is a molecule that belongs to the class of chemokines. It is a potent chemoattractant for neutrophils, monocytes, and lymphocytes. NAFEN has been shown to induce calcium binding and chemotactic activity in cells that have been treated with this drug. NAFEN may be effective against infectious diseases such as cancer and inflammatory diseases, such as autoimmune diseases. This drug also has an effect on postprandial plasma fatty acid levels in humans.

Formula: C₂₁H₁₉NO₃

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 333.38 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FA110831