Description

α-Methyltryptophan is a synthetic tryptophan derivative characterized by the presence of a methyl group on the alpha carbon of the amino acid side chain. This structural modification makes it a valuable non-proteinogenic amino acid and a key chiral building block in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the life sciences sector for developing novel compounds and studying biochemical pathways. Our supply of α-Methyltryptophan CAS NO 13510-08-2 ensures high purity and batch-to-batch consistency for critical applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial chiral precursor in the synthesis of potential therapeutic agents, including enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies, particularly those involving tryptophan metabolism or amino acid transporters.
• Peptide Synthesis: Incorporated into custom peptides to study structure-activity relationships (SAR) and to create peptides with enhanced stability or novel properties.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: Acts as a tracer or analog in metabolic studies to investigate biosynthetic routes and regulatory mechanisms.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Employed as a chiral auxiliary or starting material for the construction of complex, enantiomerically pure molecules.
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-Methyltryptophan
CAS No.	13510-08-2
Molecular Formula	C12H14N2O2
Molecular Weight	218.25 g/mol
Synonyms	α-Methyl-DL-tryptophan; (RS)-2-Amino-3-(1H-indol-3-yl)-2-methylpropanoic acid; 2-Methyltryptophan; DL-α-Methyltryptophan; 2-Amino-3-(3-indolyl)-2-methylpropionic acid; (±)-α-Methyltryptophan; 1H-Indole-3-propanoic acid, α-amino-α-methyl-; NSC 143491
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our α-Methyltryptophan is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets stringent specifications for research and development use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the specific results for purity, chiral purity (where applicable), and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The product may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.