CAS 63-91-2: L-Phenylalanine
Description:L-Phenylalanine is an essential amino acid that plays a crucial role in protein synthesis and is a precursor for several important biomolecules, including neurotransmitters such as dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine. It is classified as a non-polar, aromatic amino acid due to its phenyl group, which contributes to its hydrophobic characteristics. L-Phenylalanine exists in two enantiomeric forms, with the L-form being biologically active and utilized by the body. It is typically found in high-protein foods such as meat, fish, eggs, dairy products, and certain plant sources like soybeans. In addition to its nutritional importance, L-Phenylalanine is also used in the production of aspartame, a low-calorie artificial sweetener. The substance is generally recognized as safe when consumed in appropriate amounts, but excessive intake can lead to health issues, particularly in individuals with phenylketonuria (PKU), a genetic disorder that impairs the metabolism of phenylalanine. Overall, L-Phenylalanine is vital for various physiological functions and is an important component of a balanced diet.
Formula:C9H11NO2
InChI:InChI=1S/C9H11NO2/c10-8(9(11)12)6-7-4-2-1-3-5-7/h1-5,8H,6,10H2,(H,11,12)/t8-/m0/s1
InChI key:InChIKey=COLNVLDHVKWLRT-QMMMGPOBSA-N
SMILES:O=C(O)C(N)CC=1C=CC=CC1
- Synonyms:
- (-)-β-Phenylalanine
- (2S)-2-Amino-3-phenylpropanoic acid
- (S)-(-)-Phenylalanine
- (S)-2-Amino-3-Phenylpropionic acid
- (S)-2-Amino-3-phenylpropanoic acid
- (S)-2-Amino-3-phenylpropionic acid~H-Phe-OH
- (S)-α-Amino-β-phenylpropionic acid
- (S)-α-Aminobenzenepropanoic acid
- (S)-α-Aminohydrocinnamic acid
- 151: PN: US20070015162 SEQID: 161 claimed protein
- See more synonyms
- 3-Phenyl-<span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-alanine
- 3-Phenyl-L-alanin
- 3-Phenyl-L-alanine
- 3-Phenylalanine
- 3-fenil-L-alanina
- 356: PN: US20070026454 SEQID: 366 claimed protein
- <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-(-)-Phenylalanine
- <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-Alanine, 3-phenyl-
- Alanine, phenyl-, <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-
- Alanine, phenyl-, L-
- Antibiotic FN 1636
- Benzenepropanoic acid, α-amino-, (S)-
- H-L-Phe-Oh
- H-Phe-OH
- L(-)Phenylalaniline
- L-Alanine, 3-phenyl-
- L-Phenylalanie
- L-beta-Phenylalanine
- Nsc 79477
- PHE
- Phenyalanine, L-
- Phenyl-α-alanine
- Phenylalanine
- Phenylalanine, L-
- Secretory protein (human clone HISBA38 precursor)
- α-Amino-β-phenylpropionic acid
- β-Phenyl-<span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-alanine
- β-Phenyl-L-alanine
- β-Phenyl-α-alanine
- L-Phenylalanine
