Fig. 1 · Structure
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4-Amino-L-phenylalanine
Metabolic Intermediate
4-Amino-L-phenylalanine is a key metabolic intermediate involved in the biosynthesis of antibiotics. It serves as a precursor in the production of Chloramphenicol and Pristinamycin I by the organisms Streptomyces venezuelae and S. pristinaespiralis, respectively. This compound is critical for research related to microbial metabolism and the development of antibacterial agents.
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Specifications
| Manufacturer | Adooq Bioscience |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 943-80-6 |
| Applications | Metabolic Intermediate |
| Formula | C9H12N2O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 180.21 |
| SMILES | N[C@@H](CC1=CC=C(N)C=C1)C(O)=O |
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Storage
Store powder at -20°C, keep desiccated.
In powder form, the chemical is stable for 36 months.
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