CAS 6245-92-7
:α-Amino-1H-indole-3-butanoic acid
Description:
α-Amino-1H-indole-3-butanoic acid, also known as tryptophan analog, is an amino acid derivative characterized by its indole structure, which is a bicyclic compound consisting of a six-membered benzene ring fused to a five-membered nitrogen-containing pyrrole ring. This compound features an amino group (-NH2) and a carboxylic acid group (-COOH), typical of amino acids, contributing to its classification as an α-amino acid. The butanoic acid side chain provides additional hydrophobic characteristics, influencing its solubility and interaction with biological systems. α-Amino-1H-indole-3-butanoic acid is of interest in biochemical research, particularly in studies related to neurotransmitter synthesis and metabolic pathways involving tryptophan. Its structural similarity to tryptophan allows it to participate in various biochemical reactions, potentially affecting protein synthesis and enzyme activity. The compound is typically stable under standard laboratory conditions but may undergo degradation or transformation under extreme pH or temperature conditions. As with many amino acids, it is likely to exhibit zwitterionic behavior in solution, possessing both positive and negative charges at physiological pH.
Formula:C12H14N2O2
InChI:InChI=1S/C12H14N2O2/c13-10(12(15)16)6-5-8-7-14-11-4-2-1-3-9(8)11/h1-4,7,10,14H,5-6,13H2,(H,15,16)
InChI key:InChIKey=ADJZXDVMJPTFKT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:C(CC(C(O)=O)N)C=1C=2C(NC1)=CC=CC2
Synonyms:- Indole-3-butyric acid, α-amino-
- DL-Homotryptophan
- Homotryptophan
- α-Amino-1H-indole-3-butanoic acid
- 1H-Indole-3-butanoic acid, α-amino-
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D,L-Homotryptophan
CAS:<p>D,L-Homotryptophan is a fine chemical that is used as a building block in the synthesis of complex compounds. It has been used as a reagent, speciality chemical, and intermediate. D,L-Homotryptophan is also versatile in its use as a building block for the synthesis of various chemicals. This compound has been shown to react with other chemicals to form useful scaffolds.</p>Formula:C12H14N2O2Purity:Min. 95%Color and Shape:PowderMolecular weight:218.25 g/mol
