CAS 16626-02-1: 5-fluoro-L-tryptophan

5-Fluoro-L-tryptophan

5-Fluoro-L-tryptophan is a tryptophan analog that has been shown to inhibit the growth of resistant strains of carcinoid cells. This drug competes with tryptophan for binding to the 5HT2 receptor, which is responsible for serotonin synthesis. The fluorescence properties of this compound have been shown to change in the presence of trifluoroacetic acid and protein, suggesting that it may be used as a fluorescent probe for proteins. The structural analysis of 5-fluoro-L-tryptophan has also revealed interactions with wild-type strains that are similar to those reported for other tryptophan analogs. These interactions are thought to be steric in nature and may be due to hydrogen bonding or ionic interactions.

5-Fluoro-L-tryptophan monohydrate is a useful scaffold, versatile building block, and useful intermediate. It can be used in the synthesis of 5-fluoro-L-tryptophan derivatives, which are research chemicals and reaction components. This compound is used as a starting material for the synthesis of complex compounds with high quality. 5-Fluoro-L-tryptophan monohydrate is a high quality reagent that can be used to synthesize fluoroquinolones.