CAS 2280-01-5: N-Acetyl-D-tryptophan
Description:N-Acetyl-D-tryptophan is an acetylated derivative of the amino acid tryptophan, characterized by the presence of an acetyl group attached to the nitrogen atom of the indole side chain. This compound is a white to off-white crystalline powder, soluble in polar solvents such as water and methanol, but less soluble in non-polar solvents. It exhibits a molecular formula that reflects its structure, containing carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen, and oxygen atoms. N-Acetyl-D-tryptophan is known for its potential role in biochemical processes, including its involvement in protein synthesis and as a precursor for various bioactive compounds. It may also exhibit antioxidant properties and has been studied for its effects on neurotransmitter regulation. The compound is often utilized in research settings, particularly in studies related to neurochemistry and metabolic pathways. As with many amino acid derivatives, it is important to handle N-Acetyl-D-tryptophan with care, following appropriate safety protocols in laboratory environments.
Formula:C13H14N2O3
InChI:InChI=1S/C13H14N2O3/c1-8(16)15-12(13(17)18)6-9-7-14-11-5-3-2-4-10(9)11/h2-5,7,12,14H,6H2,1H3,(H,15,16)(H,17,18)/t12-/m1/s1
InChI key:InChIKey=DZTHIGRZJZPRDV-GFCCVEGCSA-N
SMILES:O=C(O)C(NC(=O)C)CC1=CNC=2C=CC=CC21
- Synonyms:
- (2R)-2-Acetamido-3-(1H-indol-3-yl)propanoic acid
- (R)-N-Acetyltryptophan
- <span class="text-smallcaps">D</span>-Tryptophan, N-acetyl-
- N-Acetyl-(R)-tryptophan
- N-Acetyl-<span class="text-smallcaps">D</span>-tryptophan
- N-Acetyl-D-TRP-OH
- N-acetyl-D-tryptophan
- N-α-Acetyl-D-Tryptophan
- Tryptophan, N-acetyl-, <span class="text-smallcaps">D</span>-
- Tryptophan, N-acetyl-, D-
- See more synonyms
- D-Tryptophan, N-acetyl-
