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N-Acetyl-L-tyrosine

SKU 18176221 CAS 537-55-3 4-(HO)C6H4CH2CH(NHCOCH3)CO2H MW 223.23 In stock Bulk quantities on request

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N-Acetyl-L-tyrosine is a modified amino acid used in pharmaceuticals and dietary supplements to support cognitive function and neurotransmitter synthesis. It is also reviewed as a cosmetic ingredient, listed as acetyl tyrosine, for personal care formulations, and serves as a biochemical building block in laboratory research. It is a white to off-white crystalline powder with a molecular weight of 223.23 g/mol, a CAS number of 537-55-3, and a molecular formula of C11H13NO4. It is stable at ambient temperatures and classified as a hazardous substance under signal word Danger.

Molekula supplies N-Acetyl-L-tyrosine at >99% purity in 1 g and 25 g packs, from £24.00 inc. VAT. It is in stock for same-day dispatch. Every batch ships with a certificate of analysis, and safety data sheets are available in 7 languages. Larger quantities, up to multi-tonne, are quoted on request.

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  • 1 g — £20.00 per pack ex VAT · £24.00 inc. VAT
  • 25 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT

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Specifications

Property Value
Appearance Solid
Melting Point 152-154J
Identification Conforms to reference
Loss on Drying <0.5%
Assay >99%
Residue on Ignition <0.1%
Heavy Metals (Pb) <10ppm
Iron (Fe) <30ppm
Arsenic (As) <2ppm
Tyrosine <1%
Chloromethane <0.1%
Sulphates (SO4)(2-) <0.1%

Storage & handling

Property Value
Storage Temperature Ambient
Acidity Neutral

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Property Value
Melting Point 149 - 152 °C
Boiling Point 530 to 533 °C at 760 mmHg

Source: PubChem CID 68310 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))

Identification

Property Value
SKU 18176221
CAS Number 537-55-3
IUPAC Name (2S)-2-acetamido-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)propanoic acid
EC Number 208-671-3
Molecular Formula 4-(HO)C6H4CH2CH(NHCOCH3)CO2H
Molecular Weight 223.23
Exact Mass 223.0845
SMILES CC(=O)N[C@@H](CC1=CC=C(C=C1)O)C(=O)O
InChIKey CAHKINHBCWCHCF-JTQLQIEISA-N
InChI InChI=1S/C11H13NO4/c1-7(13)12-10(11(15)16)6-8-2-4-9(14)5-3-8/h2-5,10,14H,6H2,1H3,(H,12,13)(H,15,16)/t10-/m0/s1
PubChem CID 68310
REACH Code Y110
TSCA Listed Yes
HTS Code 2924.29.7790
Tariff Code 2924297099

Safety & GHS

Danger
  • GHS pictogram — Corrosive Corrosive GHS05

Hazard statements

  • H318 Causes serious eye damage

Precautionary statements

  • P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
  • P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
  • P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
  • P304+312 IF INHALED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
  • P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
  • P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention

Documents

Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch

Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.

Quality certificates

Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.

Synonyms

  • (2S)-2-(acetylamino)-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)propanoic acid
  • ACETYL L-TYROSINE
  • Acetyl tyrosine
  • L-N-acetyl-Tyrosine
  • L-Tyrosine, acetyl-
  • L-Tyrosine, N-acetyl-
  • N-Acetyltyrosine
  • TANOGEN HB
  • TYR-EXCEL
  • Tyrosine, N-acetyl-, L-

Frequently asked questions

What is N-Acetyl-L-tyrosine used for?

It is primarily used as a building block in peptide synthesis and as a precursor in the production of pharmaceuticals and dietary supplements.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of N-Acetyl-L-tyrosine?

The formula is C11H13NO4 and the molecular weight is 223.23 g/mol.

How should N-Acetyl-L-tyrosine be stored?

It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.

What grade is available for N-Acetyl-L-tyrosine?

We offer N-Acetyl-L-tyrosine to a specification with an assay of >99%, loss on drying <0.5% and tyrosine <1%, suitable for laboratory and industrial applications.

Can Molekula supply N-Acetyl-L-tyrosine in bulk?

Yes, we can supply N-Acetyl-L-tyrosine in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with an order of N-Acetyl-L-tyrosine?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.

Where can I buy N-Acetyl-L-tyrosine?

Directly from Molekula, which lists N-Acetyl-L-tyrosine in 1 g and 25 g packs from £24.00 inc. VAT, with a certificate of analysis for every batch. Larger quantities are quoted on request. Molekula's offices: United Kingdom, France, Spain, Germany, Italy, United States and China.

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