5-Methyl-DL-tryptophan, ≥97% (TLC) - 250mg

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5-Methyl-DL-tryptophan is a racemic tryptophan analog commonly used in peptide synthesis and biochemical research. This compound functions as a metabolic regulator and inhibitor within tryptophan biosynthesis pathways and is frequently applied in microbial, enzymatic, and gut microbiota studies.

With ≥97% purity (TLC), this reagent is suitable for peptide synthesis, tryptophan pathway research, genetic selection studies, and enzymatic assays. It has been reported as a modulator of anthranilate biosynthesis and trp operon regulation.

Chemical Name: 5-Methyl-DL-tryptophan
Synonyms: 5-Methyltryptophan
Empirical Formula: C₁₂H₁₄N₂O₂
CAS Number: 951-55-3
Molecular Weight: 218.25
Purity: ≥97% (TLC)
Form: Powder
Color: White to faint yellow
Melting Point: 280–282 °C
Storage Temperature: 2–8 °C
Quality Level: 200
NACRES: NA.26
UNSPSC Code: 12352209
PubChem Substance ID: 24896560
EC Number: 213-453-6
MDL Number: MFCD00005652
Beilstein/REAXYS Number: 20225
InChI Key: HUNCSWANZMJ LPM-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Specifications

5-Methyl-DL-tryptophan

• Purity: ≥97% (TLC)
• Form: Powder
• Color: White to faint yellow
• Melting point: 280–282 °C
• Storage: 2–8 °C
• Suitable for peptide synthesis and metabolic studies

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