DL-Tryptophan octyl ester (hydrochloride), CAS 6278-90-6

Formulation: A crystalline solid

Formal Name: tryptophan, octyl ester, monohydrochloride

Purity: ≥98%

Formula Markup: C19H28N2O2 • HCl

Formula Weight: 352,9

Shelf life (days): 1460

CAS Number: 6278-90-6

Notes: Tryptophan is an amino acid precursor of serotonin and melatonin. DL-Tryptophan octyl ester is a tryptophan derivative with an octyl ester protected COOH group.{28752} This addition creates a stable, cell-permeable molecule capable of generating free tryptophan upon hydrolysis of the ester bond.

• SKU: CAY17599-5
• Manufacturer: Cayman Chemical
• Manufacturer SKU: 17599-5
• Green Labware: No
• Package Unit: 5 g
• Quantity Unit: STK