Description

2,3-Dihydroxy-L-Phenylalanine is a specialized, high-purity amino acid derivative with significant biochemical relevance. This compound matters as a key chiral building block and intermediate in advanced pharmaceutical synthesis and biochemical research. It is primarily needed by manufacturers and research institutions in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel therapeutic agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting neurological and metabolic pathways.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or standard in enzymatic studies, metabolic pathway analysis, and neuroscience research.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for synthesizing specialty chemicals, advanced materials, and ligands for catalysis.
• Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.
• Nutraceutical Development: Investigated for potential applications in the development of specialized dietary supplements and health products.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dihydroxy-L-Phenylalanine
CAS No.	28900-64-3
Molecular Formula	C9H11NO4
Molecular Weight	197.19 g/mol
Synonyms	L-2,3-Dihydroxyphenylalanine; 2,3-Dihydroxy-L-Phe; 2,3-DOPA; (2S)-2-Amino-3-(2,3-dihydroxyphenyl)propanoic acid; 3-(2,3-Dihydroxyphenyl)-L-alanine; L-3-(2,3-Dihydroxyphenyl)alanine
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Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dihydroxy-L-Phenylalanine is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. This product is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air, light, or moisture should be avoided to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity ([α]D)	≥ 99.0% L-Isomer
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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