Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Ethyl L-tryptophanate hydrochloride (CAS: 2899-28-7)?
Answer
Ethyl L-tryptophanate hydrochloride (CAS: 2899-28-7) is a crystalline compound with a molecular weight of approximately 287.8 g/mol. It is soluble in water and ethanol but less soluble in organic solvents. The compound exhibits basic properties due to the presence of the hydrochloride salt. It is relatively stable under normal conditions but can react with bases to form the free base. It has a melting point of about 210-215°C and is used in pharmaceutical formulations.
About
CAS No
2899-28-7
English Name
Ethyl L-tryptophanate hydrochloride (1:1)
Molecular Formula
C13H17ClN2O2
Molecular Weight
268.74 g/mol
SMILES
CCOC(=O)C(CC1=CNC2=CC=CC=C21)N.Cl
InChIKey
PESYCVVSLYSXAK-MERQFXBCSA-N
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