N-Acetyl-DL-phenylalanine 2-naphthyl ester

CAS: 20874-31-1

Ref. 3D-FA110831

Product Information

• Name: N-Acetyl-DL-phenylalanine 2-naphthyl ester
• Synonyms: NAPNE, <span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-Phenylalanine, N-acetyl-, 2-naphthalenyl ester, Ac-DL-Phe-.beta.-naphthyl ester, Acetyl-<span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-phenylalanine β-naphthyl ester, Alanine, N-acetyl-3-phenyl-, 2-naphthyl ester, <span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-, N-Acetyl-<span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-phenylalanine β-naphthyl ester, N-Acetyl-DL-phenylalanine 2-Naphthyl Ester, NSC 87855, Napne, Phenylalanine, N-acetyl-, 2-naphthalenyl ester, naphthalen-2-yl N-acetyl-D-phenylalaninate, naphthalen-2-yl N-acetyl-L-phenylalaninate, naphthalen-2-yl N-acetylphenylalaninate
• CAS: 20874-31-1

Description

N-Acetyl-DL-phenylalanine 2-naphthyl ester (NAFEN) is a molecule that belongs to the class of chemokines. It is a potent chemoattractant for neutrophils, monocytes, and lymphocytes. NAFEN has been shown to induce calcium binding and chemotactic activity in cells that have been treated with this drug. NAFEN may be effective against infectious diseases such as cancer and inflammatory diseases, such as autoimmune diseases. This drug also has an effect on postprandial plasma fatty acid levels in humans.

• Brand: Biosynth

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 333.38 g/mol
• Formula: C₂₁H₁₉NO₃
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: Solid