Compound Q&A
How is Ethyl L-tryptophanate hydrochloride (CAS: 2899-28-7) typically synthesized?
Answer
Ethyl L-tryptophanate hydrochloride (CAS: 2899-28-7) is typically synthesized by reacting L-tryptophan with ethyl chloroacetate in the presence of a base like sodium hydroxide. The process involves a condensation reaction followed by the addition of hydrochloric acid to form the hydrochloride salt. The reaction is carried out in an appropriate solvent, and the product is isolated by crystallization. The yield is generally around 80-90%.
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
Last Updated: 2025-10-10 19:08
