Description

Dl-Tryptophan-n-Octyl Ester Hydrochloride is a protected derivative of the essential amino acid tryptophan, where the carboxylic acid group is esterified with n-octanol and the amine is stabilized as a hydrochloride salt. This chemical modification enhances its lipophilicity and stability, making it a valuable intermediate for advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecules, studying peptide mimetics, and developing prodrug formulations.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological pathways.
• Peptidomimetic Research: Used to create and study peptide analogs with enhanced metabolic stability and membrane permeability.
• Prodrug Development: Serves as a lipophilic prodrug moiety to improve the bioavailability of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the production of specialized agrochemicals and plant growth regulators.
• Biochemical Tool Compound: Employed in biochemical assays and as a standard in analytical method development for tryptophan derivatives.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Used in academic and industrial laboratories for complex organic transformations and chiral chemistry studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dl-Tryptophan-n-Octyl Ester Hydrochloride
CAS No.	6278-90-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₉H₂₉ClN₂O₂
Molecular Weight	352.90 g/mol
Synonyms	DL-Tryptophan octyl ester hydrochloride; (±)-Tryptophan n-octyl ester HCl; Tryptophan, octyl ester, hydrochloride, DL-; Octyl DL-tryptophanate hydrochloride; 2-Amino-3-(1H-indol-3-yl)propanoic acid octyl ester hydrochloride; Tryptophan octyl ester monohydrochloride; DL-α-Amino-1H-indole-3-propanoic acid octyl ester hydrochloride; 6278-90-6
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Dl-Tryptophan-n-Octyl Ester Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis, and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data 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). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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