What are the physical and chemical properties of 3-(1-Benzothiophen-3-yl)-L-alanine (CAS: 72120-71-9)?

3-(1-Benzothiophen-3-yl)-L-alanine (CAS: 72120-71-9) is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 232.26 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water but is more soluble in organic solvents like methanol and ethanol. The compound is moderately reactive, particularly towards nucleophilic substitution reactions and can form amide bonds under appropriate conditions. It is stable under normal conditions but should be stored in a dry, cool environment to prevent hydrolysis.