Compound Q&A
How is 2-Fluoro-D-phenylalanine (CAS: 97731-02-7) typically synthesized?
Answer
2-Fluoro-D-phenylalanine is typically synthesized through the fluorination of D-phenylalanine using Lewis acids such as phosphorus pentachloride (PCl5) or fluorine gas (F2). The reaction is carried out under anhydrous conditions to prevent side reactions. The yield is generally high, and the product is usually obtained in a crystalline form, facilitating easy purification.
About
CAS No
97731-02-7
English Name
2-Fluoro-D-phenylalanine
Molecular Formula
C9H10FNO2
Molecular Weight
183.18 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C(=C1)CC(C(=O)O)N)F
InChIKey
NYCRCTMDYITATC-MRVPVSSYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-29 09:43
