Description

3,5-Dinitro-L-Tyrosine Monohydrate is a chemically modified derivative of the essential amino acid L-tyrosine, characterized by the introduction of two nitro groups. This compound is a critical building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biochemical, and fine chemical industries for developing novel compounds and studying biochemical pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of more complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a specialized substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway investigations.
• Peptide Synthesis: Acts as a modified tyrosine residue for the production of novel synthetic peptides with altered properties.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in laboratories.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in various organic reactions to introduce nitro-functionalized tyrosine motifs into target molecules.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for potential use in the development of specialized polymers or advanced materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Dinitro-L-Tyrosine Monohydrate
CAS No.	17360-11-1
Molecular Formula	C9H9N3O7 • H2O
Molecular Weight	277.19 g/mol (Anhydrous basis: 259.18 g/mol)
Synonyms	L-Tyrosine, 3,5-dinitro-, monohydrate; (2S)-2-Amino-3-(3,5-dinitro-4-hydroxyphenyl)propanoic acid monohydrate; 3,5-Dinitrotyrosine monohydrate; DNTYR-OH; DN-Tyr-OH; DN-Tyr; 3,5-Dinitro-L-tyrosine hydrate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3,5-Dinitro-L-Tyrosine Monohydrate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the high standards required for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	5.0% - 8.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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