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L-Phenylalanine (TF)
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L-Phenylalanine (TF) is an essential amino acid used in peptide synthesis and as a building block in pharmaceutical and nutritional products. It is also used with aspartic acid to manufacture the sweetener aspartame, and serves as a flavoring agent and nutritional supplement ingredient. It appears as a white to off-white crystalline powder. CAS: 63-91-2, Molecular Formula: C9H11NO2, Molecular Weight: 165.19 g/mol, Storage: Ambient. Molekula supplies L-Phenylalanine (TF) from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.
Overview
- SKU
- 90030869
- CAS Number
- 63-91-2
- IUPAC Name
- (2S)-2-amino-3-phenylpropanoic acid
- EC Number
- 200-568-1
- Molecular Formula
- C9H11NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 165.19
- Exact Mass
- 165.079
- SMILES
- C1=CC=C(C=C1)C[C@@H](C(=O)O)N
- InChIKey
- COLNVLDHVKWLRT-QMMMGPOBSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C9H11NO2/c10-8(9(11)12)6-7-4-2-1-3-5-7/h1-5,8H,6,10H2,(H,11,12)/t8-/m0/s1
- PubChem CID
- 6140
Synonyms
- (2S)-2-amino-3-phenylpropanoic acid
- (S)-2-Amino-3-phenylpropanoic acid
- (S)-2-Amino-3-phenylpropionic acid
- (S)-Phenylalanine
- 3-Phenyl-L-alanine
- 3-Phenylalanine
- Antibiotic FN 1636
- beta-Phenyl-L-alanine
- L-phenylalanine
- phenylalanine
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
- Appearance
- Prisms form water
- Odour
- Slight
- Melting Point
- 283 °C decomposes
- Boiling Point
- 295 °C at 760 mmHg (sublimes)
- Water Solubility
- 26.4 g/L at 25 °C
- Solubility (other solvents)
- Soluble in water; Slightly soluble in dilute mineral acid and alkali hydroxide solutions
- Vapour Pressure
- 0.00000005 mmHg
- pKa
- pKa = 1.24 (at 25 °C)
- log P (octanol/water)
- -1.38
Source: PubChem CID 6140 (HSDB, CAMEO Chemicals, Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA), Haz-Map, DrugBank)
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Frequently asked questions
What is L-Phenylalanine (TF) used for?
L-Phenylalanine (TF) is primarily used in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and as a building block in peptide chemistry.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of L-Phenylalanine (TF)?
The formula is C9H11NO2 with a molecular weight of 165.19 g/mol.
How should L-Phenylalanine (TF) be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of L-Phenylalanine (TF) is available?
Available in technical grade; specific purity details can be provided upon request.
Can Molekula supply L-Phenylalanine (TF) in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply L-Phenylalanine (TF) in bulk quantities—please contact sales for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of L-Phenylalanine (TF)?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS); additional documentation is available upon request.
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