5-bromo-D-tryptophan is an important organic compound, which is a 5-bromo substituted D-tryptophan. The following is a description of the nature, use, preparation and safety information of 5-bromo-D-tryptophan:
Nature:
- 5-bromo-D-tryptophan is a colorless or slightly yellow crystalline powder.
-Its molecular formula is C11H10BrN2O2 and its molecular weight is 282.12g/mol.
-Its melting point is about 219-221 ℃.
- 5-bromo-D-tryptophan exhibits fluorescence when dissolved in an acidic solution.
Use:
- 5-bromo-D-tryptophan is widely used in chemical and biochemical research.
-It can be used to synthesize E. coli mutants to study the structure and function of proteins.
- 5-bromo-D-tryptophan can also be used to synthesize specific natural products, such as antibiotics and hormones.
Method:
The preparation method of-5-bromo-D-tryptophan is more complicated and is generally obtained by chemical synthesis.
-can start from tryptophan, through a series of chemical reactions, bromination reaction by the introduction of bromine atoms and synthesis.
-The synthesis process needs to be carried out under strict experimental conditions, and requires special laboratory equipment and chemical reagents.
Safety Information:
- 5-bromo-D-tryptophan is a chemical that is dangerous.
-In the operation and storage need to follow the appropriate safety procedures.
-It may cause irritation to the skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
-Wear appropriate protective equipment such as lab gloves, safety glasses and protective masks when used.
-After use and treatment, waste should be properly disposed of to avoid pollution to the environment.