L(-)-Tryptophan, 99%
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L(-)-Tryptophan, 99%
L(-)-Tryptophan, 99%
L(-)-Tryptophan, 99%
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L(-)-Tryptophan, 99%

L(-)-Tryptophan, CAS # 73-22-3, is an essential amino acid necessary for the biosynthesis of proteins. | CAS: 73-22-3 | C11H12N2O2 | 204.23 g/mol
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Chemical Name or MaterialL(-)-Tryptophan
Melting Point280.0°C to 285.0°C
Name Note99%
CAS73-22-3
ColorWhite to White-Yellow
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General Description

  • L(-)-Tryptophan is a nonpolar aromatic compound and essential amino acid required for protein synthesis
  • It is a biochemical precursor of niacin, indole alkaloids, and serotonin

Applications

  • L-Tryptophan acts as a natural dietary supplement and has laboratory applications in the research of antidepressants, anxiolytics, and sleep aids
  • It is a precursor of metabolites that are important in the laboratory study of mammalian physiology, including gastrointestinal functions, immunity, metabolism, and the nervous system
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