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CAS 4299-69-8

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benzyl L-tryptophanate

Description:
Benzyl L-tryptophanate, with the CAS number 4299-69-8, is an ester derived from the amino acid L-tryptophan and benzyl alcohol. This compound features a tryptophan backbone, which is an essential amino acid known for its role in protein synthesis and as a precursor to serotonin. The presence of the benzyl group enhances its lipophilicity, potentially influencing its biological activity and solubility properties. Benzyl L-tryptophanate may exhibit characteristics typical of amino acid derivatives, such as being a white to off-white solid or crystalline substance. It is generally stable under standard conditions but may be sensitive to moisture and light. This compound can be utilized in various biochemical applications, including studies related to neurotransmitter synthesis and as a potential building block in pharmaceutical chemistry. Its specific reactivity and interactions would depend on the functional groups present and the overall molecular structure, making it a subject of interest in both synthetic and medicinal chemistry.
Formula:C18H18N2O2
InChI:InChI=1/C18H18N2O2/c19-16(18(21)22-12-13-6-2-1-3-7-13)10-14-11-20-17-9-5-4-8-15(14)17/h1-9,11,16,20H,10,12,19H2/t16-/m0/s1
InChI key:TYQYRKDGHAPZRF-INIZCTEOSA-N
SMILES:c1ccc(cc1)COC(=O)[C@H](Cc1c[nH]c2ccccc12)N
Synonyms:
  • L-tryptophan, phenylmethyl ester
  • L-tryptophane benzyl ester
  • (S)-Benzyl 2-amino-3-(1H-indol-3-yl)propanoate
  • L-TRYPTOPHAN BENZYL ESTER 98
  • L-Tryptophan benzyl ester 98%
  • L-TRYPTOPHAN BENZYL ESTER 98 USP/EP/BP
  • benzyl (2S)-2-amino-3-(1H-indol-3-yl)propanoate
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