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α-Acetamino-α-carboxy-(3-indole)-butyric Acid

Catalog No. A161210 Name Toronto Research Chemicals
CAS Number 408537-42-8 Website http://www.trc-canada.com
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SYNONYMS

IUPAC name
2-acetamido-2-[2-(1H-indol-3-yl)ethyl]propanedioic acid
IUPAC Traditional name
2-acetamido-2-[2-(1H-indol-3-yl)ethyl]propanedioic acid
Synonyms
α-Carboxy D,L-Homotryptophan
2-(Acetylamino)-2-[2-(1H-indol-3-yl)ethyl]propanedioic Acid

DATABASE IDS

CAS Number 408537-42-8

PROPERTIES

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Apperance Red Solid
Melting Point 130-132°C
Solubility Methanol
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Storage Condition -20°C Freezer

DETAILS

Description (English)
An intermediate in the preparation of D,L-Homotryptophan.

REFERENCES

  • J. Am. Chem. Soc., 70, 1962 (1948)