CAS 2901-78-2

N-Benzoyl-3-methoxytyrosine

Description:

N-Benzoyl-3-methoxytyrosine, with the CAS number 2901-78-2, is an organic compound that belongs to the class of amino acid derivatives. It features a benzoyl group attached to the nitrogen of the amino acid tyrosine, which is further substituted with a methoxy group at the 3-position of the aromatic ring. This compound is characterized by its aromatic structure, which contributes to its potential biological activity and solubility properties. N-Benzoyl-3-methoxytyrosine may exhibit various pharmacological effects, making it of interest in medicinal chemistry and drug development. Its structural modifications can influence its reactivity, stability, and interaction with biological targets. The compound is typically synthesized through specific chemical reactions involving tyrosine derivatives and benzoylating agents. As with many organic compounds, its properties, such as melting point, solubility, and spectral characteristics, can vary based on the conditions of synthesis and purification. Overall, N-Benzoyl-3-methoxytyrosine serves as a valuable compound for research in biochemistry and pharmacology.

Formula: C₁₇H₁₇NO₅

InChI: InChI=1S/C17H17NO5/c1-23-15-10-11(7-8-14(15)19)9-13(17(21)22)18-16(20)12-5-3-2-4-6-12/h2-8,10,13,19H,9H2,1H3,(H,18,20)(H,21,22)

InChI key: InChIKey=ODTCNJWUFHCFJB-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(C(NC(=O)C1=CC=CC=C1)C(O)=O)C2=CC(OC)=C(O)C=C2

Synonyms:

• (±)-α-Benzamido-4-hydroxy-3-methoxydihydrocinnamic acid
• <span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-Tyrosine, N-benzoyl-3-methoxy-
• <span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-α-Benzoylamino-4-hydroxy-3-methoxyhydrocinnamic acid
• N-Benzoyl-3-methoxy-<span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-tyrosine
• N-Benzoyl-3-methoxytyrosine
• N-Benzoyl-4-hydroxy-3-methoxy-<span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-phenylalanine
• Tyrosine, N-benzoyl-3-methoxy-, <span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-
• tyrosine, N-benzoyl-3-methoxy-
• Tyrosine, N-benzoyl-3-methoxy-, DL-
• DL-Tyrosine, N-benzoyl-3-methoxy-

Tyrosine, N-benzoyl-3-methoxy-

CAS: 2901-78-2

Formula: C₁₇H₁₇NO₅

Molecular weight: 315.3206

Ref: IN-DA002V77

N-Benzoyl-3-methoxytyrosine

Controlled Product

CAS: 2901-78-2

Applications N-Benzoyl-3-methoxytyrosine is an intermediate used in the synthesis of rac 3-O-Methyl DOPA (M303805), which is an impurity of Levodopa (D533751). A useful marker that can be used to screen for the absense of Aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase (AADC).
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Formula: C₁₇H₁₇NO₅

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 315.321

Ref: TR-B208510