Description

1-(1,1-Dimethyl-2-Propenyl)-L-Tryptophan is a specialized tryptophan derivative characterized by its unique dimethylpropenyl side chain. This structural modification makes it a valuable non-proteinogenic amino acid building block and intermediate for advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors for developing novel therapeutic agents and biochemical tools.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for neurological and metabolic disorders.
• Peptide Synthesis: Used as a modified amino acid residue in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis to introduce specific steric or functional properties.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a precursor or standard in metabolic pathway studies and enzyme inhibition assays.
• Agrochemical Development: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of advanced, bioactive crop protection agents.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in organic chemistry research for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(1,1-Dimethyl-2-Propenyl)-L-Tryptophan
CAS No.	20880-68-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₂₀N₂O₂
Molecular Weight	272.34 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(1,1-Dimethyl-2-propenyl)-L-tryptophan; (S)-2-Amino-3-(1-(3,3-dimethylbut-1-en-2-yl)-1H-indol-3-yl)propanoic acid; 1-(3,3-Dimethyl-1-buten-2-yl)-L-tryptophan; L-Tryptophan, 1-(1,1-dimethyl-2-propenyl)-; Modified L-Tryptophan derivative; Prenylated Tryptophan Analog
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-(1,1-Dimethyl-2-Propenyl)-L-Tryptophan adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific test results are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). For long-term storage, consider holding under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

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)
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.