5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) is a naturally occurring amino acid and chemical precursor as well as a metabolic intermediate in the biosynthesis of the neurotransmitters serotonin and melatonin from tryptophan.
5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) is a naturally occurring amino acid and chemical precursor as well as a metabolic intermediate in the biosynthesis of the neurotransmitters serotonin and melatonin from tryptophan.
Targets
Target
Value
Product Information
Catalog Num
A10017
Formula
C11H12N2O3
Molecular Weight
220.2
CAS Number
56-69-9
SMILES
C1=CC2=C(C=C1O)C(=CN2)CC(C(=O)O)N
Synonyms
5-HTP, oxitriptan
Storage
Store lyophilized at -20ºC, keep desiccated. In lyophilized form, the chemical is stable for 36 months. In solution, store at -20ºC and use within 3 months to prevent loss of potency. Aliquot to avoid multiple freeze/thaw cycles.
Solubility
In vitro
DMSO
40 mg/mL (181.64 mM)
Water
4 mg/mL (18.16 mM)
Ethanol
Insoluble
* <1 mg/ml means slightly soluble or insoluble. * Please note that Adooq tests the solubility of all compounds in-house, and the actual solubility may differ slightly from published values. This is normal and is due to slight batch-to-batch variations.
This calculator helps you calculate mass of compound based on solution concentration, volume and molecular weight in a specific solution using the formula: