Description

2-Amino-L-Tryptophan is a specialized, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative of L-tryptophan, featuring an additional amino group on the indole ring. This structural modification makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate for advanced pharmaceutical research and fine chemical synthesis. It is particularly sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the life sciences sector for developing novel bioactive compounds and exploring biochemical pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of novel drug candidates, particularly in neuroscience and oncology.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a precursor or standard in metabolic pathway studies, enzyme substrate research, and proteomics.
• Peptide Synthesis: Serves as a modified amino acid residue for introducing unique functional groups into synthetic peptides and peptidomimetics.
• Agrochemical Research: Investigated as an intermediate for developing advanced crop protection agents and plant growth regulators.
• Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Amino-L-Tryptophan
CAS No.	1313054-45-3
Molecular Formula	C11H13N3O2
Molecular Weight	219.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-L-tryptophan; (S)-2-Amino-1H-indole-3-propanoic acid; L-2-Aminotryptophan; 2-Amino-Trp; 2-NH2-Trp; α-Amino-L-tryptophan; 2-Aminoindole-3-alanine
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Quality Control

Every batch of our 2-Amino-L-Tryptophan is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure identity, purity, and consistency for your critical research and production needs. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity (by HPLC), chiral purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC/IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% (L-Isomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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