L-Tryptophan
L-Tryptophan, an essential amino acid, is necessary for normal growth in infants and for nitrogen balance in adults. It is a precursor of SEROTONIN (hence its use as an antidepressant and sleep aid) and of INDOLE ALKALOIDS in plants. It can be a precursor to NIACIN, although inefficiently in mammals.
| Catalog Number | T0439 |
| Alternative Name(s) | (S)-Tryptophan , Tryptophan , L-Tryptophane , Tryptophane |
| Research Area | Metabolism |
| Molecular Formula | C11H12N2O2 |
| CAS# | 73-22-3 |
| Purity | 99.76% |
| SMILES | C(=O)([C@@H](N)Cc1c[nH]c2ccccc12)O |
| Size | 1 g |
| Supplier Page | https://www.targetmol.com/compound/L-Tryptophan |
| Additional Information | https://www.targetmol.com/datasheet/T0439 |