Description

n-Acetyl-DL-Tryptophan is a chemically modified derivative of the essential amino acid tryptophan, featuring an acetyl group. This modification enhances its stability and alters its physicochemical properties, making it a valuable intermediate for research and industrial synthesis. It is primarily utilized in pharmaceutical development, biochemical research, and as a building block for more complex peptides and active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a key reagent in metabolic pathway studies, enzyme substrate research, and protein chemistry.
• Peptide Synthesis: Acts as a protected amino acid building block in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis.
• Nutritional Science Studies: Employed in research models to study tryptophan metabolism and acetylated amino acid bioavailability.
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity standard in analytical laboratories for method development and quality control (HPLC, LC-MS).

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	n-Acetyl-DL-Tryptophan
CAS No.	87-32-1
Molecular Formula	C13H14N2O3
Molecular Weight	246.26 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Acetyl-DL-tryptophan; Ac-DL-Trp-OH; DL-N-Acetyltryptophan; (±)-N-Acetyltryptophan; 2-Acetamido-3-(1H-indol-3-yl)propanoic acid; N-Acetyl-3-(1H-indol-3-yl)alanine; Acetyl-DL-tryptophan; NSC 404058
EINECS	201-740-9

Quality Control

Our n-Acetyl-DL-Tryptophan 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 or compendial standards as required.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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