Description

3-Fluoro-Dl-Tyrosine is a fluorinated derivative of the amino acid tyrosine, where a fluorine atom is substituted at the 3-position of the aromatic ring. This structural modification makes it a valuable non-natural amino acid building block and a key intermediate in the synthesis of more complex bioactive molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in medicinal chemistry, peptide synthesis, and the development of radiopharmaceuticals for Positron Emission Tomography (PET) imaging.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in oncology and neurology research.
• Peptide Synthesis: Used to incorporate fluorinated tyrosine residues into peptides to study structure-activity relationships, enhance metabolic stability, or create specific probes.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a tool compound to study enzyme mechanisms, protein function, and metabolic pathways involving tyrosine analogs.
• Radiopharmaceutical Precursor: Acts as a precursor for the synthesis of fluorine-18 labeled compounds used as tracers in PET imaging.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of new pesticides and herbicides where fluorinated amino acids can impart unique biological activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluoro-Dl-Tyrosine
CAS No.	403-90-7
Molecular Formula	C9H10FNO3
Molecular Weight	199.18 g/mol
Synonyms	DL-3-Fluorotyrosine; (±)-3-Fluorotyrosine; 3-Fluoro-DL-tyrosine; 2-Amino-3-(3-fluorophenyl)propanoic acid; 3-F-Tyr; 3-Fluoro-4-hydroxyphenylalanine; 3-Fluorotyrosine; 3-Fluoro-4-hydroxy-DL-phenylalanine
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Quality Control

Our 3-Fluoro-Dl-Tyrosine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and heavy metals. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all specifications and test results to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.