Description

7-Benzyloxy-D,L-Tryptophan is a protected derivative of the essential amino acid tryptophan, featuring a benzyloxy group at the 7-position of the indole ring. This modification is critical for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in the production of complex pharmaceuticals and bioactive compounds. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical sectors for drug discovery and development processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Peptide Synthesis: Used in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis to incorporate modified tryptophan residues into peptide chains for research and therapeutic applications.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a standard or reagent in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway research involving tryptophan metabolism.
• Protecting Group Chemistry: The benzyloxy group acts as a protective moiety for the indole nitrogen during multi-step organic syntheses, which can be selectively removed under controlled conditions.
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation in pharmaceutical analysis.
• Agrochemical Research: Investigated as a precursor in the development of specialized amino acid-based plant growth regulators or pesticides.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Benzyloxy-D,L-Tryptophan
CAS No.	66866-40-8
Molecular Formula	C19H20N2O3
Molecular Weight	324.38 g/mol
Synonyms	7-O-Benzyl-DL-tryptophan; DL-7-Benzyloxytryptophan; 7-Benzyloxy-DL-tryptophan; 7-(Benzyloxy)-1H-indole-3-alanine; 2-Amino-3-[7-(phenylmethoxy)-1H-indol-3-yl]propanoic acid; (±)-7-Benzyloxytryptophan; Tryptophan, 7-benzyloxy-; 7-Benzyloxy-DL-Trp
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Quality Control

Our 7-Benzyloxy-D,L-Tryptophan is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis, and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical R&D. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity	DL-Racemate
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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