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CAS 66-02-4

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3,5-Diiodotyrosine

Description:
3,5-Diiodotyrosine is an iodinated derivative of the amino acid tyrosine, characterized by the presence of two iodine atoms attached to the aromatic ring at the 3 and 5 positions. This compound is typically a white to off-white solid and is soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water. It plays a significant role in the biosynthesis of thyroid hormones, particularly thyroxine (T4), as it is an intermediate in the iodination process that occurs in the thyroid gland. The presence of iodine in its structure enhances its biological activity and is crucial for the proper functioning of the thyroid. 3,5-Diiodotyrosine can also be used in biochemical research and studies related to thyroid function and disorders. Its molecular formula is C9H8I2N1O3, and it has a relatively low molecular weight. As with many iodinated compounds, it is important to handle 3,5-diiodotyrosine with care due to potential biological effects and the need for proper disposal methods.
Formula:C9H9I2NO3
InChI:InChI=1S/C9H9I2NO3/c10-5-1-4(2-6(11)8(5)13)3-7(12)9(14)15/h1-2,7,13H,3,12H2,(H,14,15)
InChI key:InChIKey=NYPYHUZRZVSYKL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:C(C(C(O)=O)N)C1=CC(I)=C(O)C(I)=C1
Synonyms:
  • 2-Amino-3-(4-hydroxy-3,5-diiodo-phenyl)-propionic acid
  • 2-Amino-3-(4-hydroxy-3,5-diiodophenyl)propanoic acid
  • 2-Amino-3-(4-hydroxy-3,5-diiodophenyl)propanoicacid
  • 3,5-Di-Iodo Tyrosine
  • 3,5-Diiodo-4-hydroxyphenylalanine
  • 3,5-Diiodo-<span class="text-smallcaps">D</smallcap><smallcap>L</span>-tyrosine
  • 3,5-Diiodotyrocine
  • 3,5-Diiodotyrosine
  • 4-Hydroxy-3,5-diiodophenylalanine
  • <span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-3,5-Diiodotyrosine
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