l-4-pyridylalanine

Names

[ CAS No. ]:
178933-04-5

[ Name ]:
l-4-pyridylalanine

[Synonym ]:
3-(4-Pyridyl)-L-alanine Dihydrochloride

Biological Activity

[Description]:

(S)-2-Amino-3-(pyridin-4-yl)propanoic acid dihydrochloride is an alanine derivative[1].

[Related Catalog]:

Research Areas >> Others

Signaling Pathways >> Others >> Others

[In Vitro]

Amino acids and amino acid derivatives have been commercially used as ergogenic supplements. They influence the secretion of anabolic hormones, supply of fuel during exercise, mental performance during stress related tasks and prevent exercise induced muscle damage. They are recognized to be beneficial as ergogenic dietary substances[1].

[References]

[1]. Luckose F, et al. Effects of amino acid derivatives on physical, mental, and physiological activities. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr. 2015;55(13):1793-1144.

Chemical & Physical Properties

[ Melting Point ]:
206 °C(dec.)

[ Molecular Formula ]:
C₈H₁₀N₂O₂

[ Molecular Weight ]:
166.17700

[ Exact Mass ]:
166.07400

[ PSA ]:
76.21000

[ LogP ]:
0.73630

Safety Information

[ Hazard Codes ]:
Xi

[ WGK Germany ]:
3

[ HS Code ]:
2933399090

Customs

[ HS Code ]: 2933399090

[ Summary ]:
2933399090. other compounds containing an unfused pyridine ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%