CAS 6269-79-0
:2-amino-2-(4-methylphenyl)propanoic acid
Description:
2-amino-2-(4-methylphenyl)propanoic acid, commonly known as L-phenylalanine, is an α-amino acid that plays a crucial role in protein synthesis. It features a central carbon atom bonded to an amino group (-NH2), a carboxyl group (-COOH), a hydrogen atom, and a side chain that includes a 4-methylphenyl group, which contributes to its aromatic characteristics. This compound is a white crystalline solid at room temperature and is soluble in water, making it bioavailable for various biochemical processes. It is classified as a non-polar, hydrophobic amino acid due to the presence of the aromatic side chain, which influences its interactions in protein structures. L-phenylalanine is essential for humans, meaning it must be obtained through diet, as it cannot be synthesized by the body. It is involved in the production of neurotransmitters such as dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine, and is also a precursor for the synthesis of other important biomolecules. Additionally, it has applications in the food industry as a flavor enhancer and in the pharmaceutical industry for various therapeutic uses.
Formula:C10H13NO2
InChI:InChI=1/C10H13NO2/c1-7-3-5-8(6-4-7)10(2,11)9(12)13/h3-6H,11H2,1-2H3,(H,12,13)
SMILES:Cc1ccc(cc1)C(C)(C(=O)O)N
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2-Amino-2-(p-tolyl)propanoic acid
CAS:<p>2-Amino-2-(p-tolyl)propanoic acid</p>Purity:≥95%Molecular weight:179.22g/mol
