Description

6-Nitrotryptophan is a specialized, high-purity amino acid derivative featuring a nitro functional group on the indole ring. This compound serves as a critical building block and research chemical in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical development. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors for developing novel compounds and studying biochemical pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Used as a probe or substrate in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway investigations.
• Peptide Synthesis: Incorporated into custom peptides to study structure-activity relationships or create novel bioactive peptides.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile starting material for synthesizing more complex heterocyclic compounds and tryptophan analogs.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in discovery chemistry for developing new chemical entities and materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Nitrotryptophan
CAS No.	46885-76-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₁₁N₃O₄
Molecular Weight	249.23 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Nitro-L-tryptophan; (2S)-2-Amino-3-(6-nitro-1H-indol-3-yl)propanoic acid; 6-Nitro-L-Trp; 6-Nitro-L-Tryptophan; 6-Nitro-DL-tryptophan; 6-Nitrotryptophane; 6-Nitroindole-3-alanine; Tryptophan, 6-nitro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Nitrotryptophan is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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