Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of N-Methyl-L-tryptophan (CAS: 526-31-8)?
Answer
N-Methyl-L-tryptophan (CAS: 526-31-8) is a white crystalline powder with a molecular weight of 183.23 g/mol. It is sparingly soluble in water and ethanol, and insoluble in organic solvents like chloroform. This compound is primarily used in pharmaceutical and biochemical research. It exhibits moderate reactivity, particularly in amidation and reduction reactions.
About
CAS No
526-31-8
English Name
N-Methyl-L-tryptophan
Molecular Formula
C12H14N2O2
Molecular Weight
218.26 g/mol
SMILES
O=C(O)[C@H](CC1=CNC2=CC=CC=C12)NC
InChIKey
CZCIKBSVHDNIDH-NSHDSACASA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-07 10:19
