Description

Sodium n-Acetyl-Dl-Tryptophanate is the sodium salt of the acetylated derivative of the amino acid tryptophan. This compound serves as a key intermediate and building block in the synthesis of more complex peptides and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily required by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and advanced research sectors for applications demanding high-purity chiral and amino acid derivatives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Critical building block in the synthesis of peptide-based drugs and therapeutic agents.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in metabolic studies and enzymatic research involving tryptophan pathways.
• Nutraceutical & Cosmetic Formulations: Potential ingredient in high-end skincare products for its purported antioxidant properties and role in peptide synthesis.
• Chiral Resolution Studies: Employed in methodological development for separating racemic mixtures due to its acetylated DL-tryptophan structure.
• Cell Culture Media Supplement: May be used as a specialized additive in advanced cell culture systems requiring specific amino acid derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium n-Acetyl-Dl-Tryptophanate
CAS No.	62307-74-8
Molecular Formula	C13H13N2NaO3
Molecular Weight	268.25 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Acetyl-DL-tryptophan sodium salt; Acetyl-DL-tryptophan sodium salt; DL-α-N-Acetyltryptophan sodium salt; Sodium N-acetyl-DL-tryptophan; Tryptophan, N-acetyl-, sodium salt, DL-; Sodium 2-acetamido-3-(1H-indol-3-yl)propanoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Sodium n-Acetyl-Dl-Tryptophanate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, chiral purity, and impurity profiles. Specifications can be aligned with research-grade or pharmaceutical intermediate requirements upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤0.5%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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