CAS 951-55-3

5-Methyl-DL-tryptophan

Description:

5-Methyl-DL-tryptophan is an amino acid derivative that serves as a structural analog of the essential amino acid tryptophan. It is characterized by the presence of a methyl group at the fifth position of the indole ring, which distinguishes it from its parent compound. This modification can influence its biological activity and interactions within metabolic pathways. The substance is often studied for its potential effects on neurotransmitter synthesis, particularly serotonin, due to its structural similarity to tryptophan. 5-Methyl-DL-tryptophan is also of interest in research related to dietary supplements and its role in modulating immune responses. As a racemic mixture, it contains both D- and L-enantiomers, which may exhibit different biological activities. The compound is typically soluble in polar solvents and may have varying stability under different pH conditions. Its applications extend to biochemical research, where it is used to explore metabolic processes and the effects of amino acid analogs on cellular functions.

Formula: C₁₂H₁₄N₂O₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C12H14N2O2/c1-7-2-3-11-9(4-7)8(6-14-11)5-10(13)12(15)16/h2-4,6,10,14H,5,13H2,1H3,(H,15,16)

InChI key: InChIKey=HUNCSWANZMJLPM-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(C(C(O)=O)N)C=1C=2C(NC1)=CC=C(C)C2

Synonyms:

• Tryptophan, 5-methyl-, DL-
• DL-5-Methyltryptophan
• Tryptophan, 5-methyl-
• 5-Methyltryptophan
• DL-Tryptophan, 5-methyl-
• H-Trp(5-Me)-OH
• H-5-ME-DL-TRP-OH
• 5-METHYL-DL-TRYPTOPHAN
• DL-2-AMINO-3-(5-METHYLINDOLYL)PROPIONIC ACID
• 5-METHYL-DL-TRYPTOPHAN HEMIHYDRATE
• TIMTEC-BB SBB003368

5-Methyl-DL-tryptophan

CAS: 951-55-3

Formula: C₁₂H₁₄N₂O₂

Purity: >98.0%(T)(HPLC)

Color and Shape: White to Light yellow powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 218.26

Ref: 3B-M0452

2-Amino-3-(5-methyl-1H-indol-3-yl)propanoic acid

CAS: 951-55-3

Formula: C₁₂H₁₄N₂O₂

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 218.2518

Ref: IN-DA006PD2

5-Methyl-DL-tryptophan

CAS: 951-55-3

Molecular weight: 218.25

Ref: 7W-GM3413

5-Methyl-DL-tryptophan

CAS: 951-55-3

5-Methyl-DL-tryptophan

Formula: C₁₂H₁₄N₂O₂

Purity: By hplc: 99.9% by area (Typical Value in Batch COA)

Color and Shape: white powder

Molecular weight: 218.25176g/mol

Ref: 54-BIB6112

5-Methyl-DL-tryptophan

CAS: 951-55-3

5-Methyl-DL-tryptophan is a versatile building block that can be used in the synthesis of complex compounds. It is also a useful reagent, speciality chemical, and reaction component. This organic compound has many uses, including use in research as a chemical intermediate. 5-Methyl-DL-tryptophan is also an important building block for the synthesis of other chemicals and useful scaffolds. CAS No. 951-55-3

Formula: C₁₂H₁₄N₂O₂

Molecular weight: 218.26 g/mol

Ref: 3D-M-5024

5-METHYL-TRYPTOPHAN

CAS: 951-55-3

Formula: C₁₂H₁₄N₂O₂

Purity: 95%

Molecular weight: 218.256

Ref: 10-F332486