5-Methyl-DL-tryptophan
5-Methyl-DL-tryptophan is an analog of tryptophan. It is an inhibitor of anthranilate compound synthesis. Additionally, 5-methyl-DL-tryptophan is used to select for genetic mutants ofMethanococcus voltae. It is a repressor of the Trp operon and a tryptophanase substrate as well.Product SpecificationsDL-2-Amino-3- (5-methylindolyl) propionic acidH-5-Me-DL-Trp-OHMOLECULAR BIOLOGY GRADEFormula: C12H14N2O2MW: 218.260 g/molWhite to off-white powderForms a colorless to slightly yellow, clear solution when dissolved 5% in 1M NaOH or a colorless to slightly rose-colored, clear solution when dissolved 5% in HCl.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
951-55-3
Molecular Weight
218.26 g/mol
Storage Conditions
Store desiccated at 4°C. Protect from light.
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