Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of alpha-Methyl-D-phenylalanine (CAS: 17350-84-4)?
Answer
Alpha-Methyl-D-phenylalanine (CAS: 17350-84-4) is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 202.24 g/mol. It is slightly soluble in water but soluble in organic solvents like methanol and ethanol. Chemically, it is stable under normal conditions but can undergo hydrolysis in the presence of moisture. It is a chiral compound with a melting point around 226-228°C.
About
CAS No
17350-84-4
English Name
alpha-Methyl-D-phenylalanine
Molecular Formula
C10H13NO2
Molecular Weight
179.22 g/mol
SMILES
CC(CC1=CC=CC=C1)(C(=O)O)N
InChIKey
HYOWVAAEQCNGLE-SNVBAGLBSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-19 13:36
