CAS 7695-82-1

Tyrosine, α-methyl-, methyl ester

Description:

Tyrosine, α-methyl-, methyl ester, also known as methyl α-methyltyrosinate, is an organic compound characterized by its structure, which includes an aromatic ring, a hydroxyl group, and an ester functional group. It is a derivative of the amino acid tyrosine, where the α-amino group is substituted with a methyl group, and the carboxylic acid group is esterified with methanol. This compound is typically a white to off-white solid and is soluble in organic solvents. It exhibits properties typical of amino acid derivatives, including potential biological activity, as tyrosine itself is a precursor for neurotransmitters such as dopamine. The compound may be used in various biochemical applications, including studies related to protein synthesis and enzyme activity. Its CAS number, 7695-82-1, is a unique identifier that facilitates its recognition in chemical databases. Safety data should be consulted for handling and storage, as with all chemical substances.

Formula: C₁₁H₁₅NO₃

InChI: InChI=1S/C11H15NO3/c1-11(12,10(14)15-2)7-8-3-5-9(13)6-4-8/h3-6,13H,7,12H2,1-2H3

InChI key: InChIKey=WYJJUDJUEGRXHZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(C(C(OC)=O)(C)N)C1=CC=C(O)C=C1

Synonyms:

• Tyrosine, α-methyl-, methyl ester
• DL-α-Methyltyrosine methyl ester
• α-Methyltyrosine methyl ester
• α-Methyl-p-tyrosine methyl ester
• DL-α-Methyl-p-tyrosine methyl ester