DL-4-Cyanophenylalanine is a cyano-containing amino acid. In its chemical structure, the phenyl ring has a cyano group (-CN) substituted for the hydroxyl group (-OH) of phenylalanine. DL-4-Cyanophenylalanine is a mixture of optical isomers, containing both D-4-cyanophenylalanine and L-4-cyanophenylalanine forms.
DL-4-Cyanophenylalanine are mainly used in the field of biochemical research. It can be used as an assembly unit of peptides and proteins for the synthesis of peptides or proteins with specific functions or properties. It can also be used as an intermediate in drug synthesis.
The preparation of DL-4-Cyanophenylalanine can be achieved in a variety of ways, for example, by cyanation of phenylalanine, or by cyanation of phenylpropanol followed by amino acylation.
In terms of safety, the specific toxicity and harmfulness of DL-4-Cyanophenylalanine are still lack of sufficient research. However, as a compound containing a cyano group, it may have a certain degree of toxicity. Appropriate protective measures should be taken during operation to avoid contact with skin, eyes and mucous membranes, and to maintain good ventilation conditions. Do not consume or inhale the compound. In the use and handling of DL-4-Cyanophenylalanine, should be in accordance with the relevant safety procedures for operation.