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D-Tryptophan benzyl ester (CAS 141595-98-4)

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CAS Number:
141595-98-4
Molecular Weight:
294.35
Molecular Formula:
C18H18N2O2
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D-Tryptophan benzyl ester (DTBE) is a derivative of the amino acid tryptophan, it serves as a reagent in a diverse array of biochemical and physiological experiments. D-Tryptophan benzyl ester finds utility in various domains. It contributes to the exploration of enzyme kinetics and elucidating the mechanisms of protein-ligand interactions. Beyond that, D-Tryptophan benzyl ester serves as useful in exploring gene expression and regulation, as well as unraveling the details surrounding protein structure and function. D-Tryptophan benzyl ester acts as a substrate for tryptophan decarboxylase—a noteworthy enzyme found in E. coli and other bacteria. This enzyme adeptly facilitates the conversion of tryptophan into D-Tryptophan benzyl ester.


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D-Tryptophan benzyl ester, 1 g

sc-227737
1 g
$214.00