Description

N-(3-Indolylformyl)-L-Phenylalanine is a specialized chiral amino acid derivative that combines indole and phenylalanine moieties. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences sector for applications requiring high-purity, structurally complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical building block in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents, particularly in peptidomimetic and protease inhibitor research.
• Biochemical Research: Used in enzymatic studies and as a substrate analog to investigate biological pathways and receptor-ligand interactions.
• Peptide Chemistry: Employed in the solid-phase and solution-phase synthesis of modified peptides to enhance stability, bioavailability, or biological activity.
• Medicinal Chemistry: Acts as a scaffold for drug discovery programs targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, metabolic diseases, and oncology.
• Reference Standard: Utilized as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	N-(3-Indolylformyl)-L-Phenylalanine
CAS No.	115627-41-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₉H₁₈N₂O₃
Molecular Weight	322.36 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(1H-Indole-3-carbonyl)-L-phenylalanine; L-Phenylalanine, N-(1H-indol-3-ylcarbonyl)-; 3-Indolecarboxylic acid, L-phenylalanine amide; N-Indol-3-ylcarbonyl-L-phenylalanine; (S)-2-(3-(1H-Indole-3-carbonyl)amino)-3-phenylpropanoic acid; N-(Indole-3-carbonyl)phenylalanine; 115627-41-3; N-1H-Indole-3-carbonyl-L-phenylalanine
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Quality Control

Our N-(3-Indolylformyl)-L-Phenylalanine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral integrity, to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% (L-isomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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