Description:
5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP), also known as oxitriptan (INN), is a naturally occurring amino acid and chemical precursor for the treatment of depression. 5-Hydroxytryptophan can be used as a dietary supplement (health product).
- Molecular Weight: 220.22
- Molecular Formula: C11H12N2O3
Purity: >98%
Canonical SMILES:
C1=CC2=C(C=C1O)C(=CN2)CC(C(=O)O)N
InChI:
InChI=1S/C11H12N2O3/c12-9(11(15)16)3-6-5-13-10-2-1-7(14)4-8(6)10/h1-2,4-5,9,13-14H,3,12H2,(H,15,16)
InChIKey: LDCYZAJDBXYCGN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Boiling Point: 520.6±50.0°C at 760 mmHg
- Melting Point: 298°C (dec.)
- Solubility: Soluble in DMSO (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)
- Appearance: Off-white to Pale Beige Solid
- Application: Antidepressant
- Storage: Store at 2-8°C
Synonyms:
5-Hydroxy-DL-tryptophan; DL-5-Hydroxytryptophan; H-DL-Trp(5-OH)-OH; (±)-5-Hydroxytryptophan; Tryptophan, 5-hydroxy-; 5-HTP; 5-Hydroxytryptophane; DL-5-HTP; DL-Hydroxytryptophan; NSC 92523
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