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Afalanine

Also known as N-Acetyl-DL-phenylalanine, Ac-DL-Phe-OH, 2-acetamido-3-phenylpropanoic acid

CAS 2901-75-9Formula C11H13NO3Molar mass 207.23 g/molEC 220-793-9
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Afalanine chemical structure, C11H13NO3, CAS 2901-75-9
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
CAS number
2901-75-9
Formula
C11H13NO3
Molar mass
207.23 g/mol
EC number
220-793-9
HS code
292429
Category
Aromatic building blocks

What is Afalanine?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

N-acetylphenylalanine is the N-acetyl derivative of phenylalanine. It has a role as a metabolite and an antidepressant. It is a N-acetyl-amino acid and a phenylalanine derivative.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
2-acetamido-3-phenylpropanoic acid
CAS number
2901-75-9 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 10172-89-1, 17942-30-2, 2018-61-3, 2901-61-3
EC number
220-793-9
Molecular formula
C11H13NO3
UNII
FFW2NGO18S
MDL number
MFCD00063157
InChIKey
CBQJSKKFNMDLON-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C11H13NO3/c1-8(13)12-10(11(14)15)7-9-5-3-2-4-6-9/h2-6,10H,7H2,1H3,(H,12,13)(H,14,15)
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CC(=O)NC(CC1=CC=CC=C1)C(=O)O

Synonyms

  • N-Acetyl-DL-phenylalanine
  • Ac-DL-Phe-OH
  • 2-acetamido-3-phenylpropanoic acid
  • N-Acetyl-D,L-phenylalanine
  • Afalanina
  • Afalaninum
  • DL-N-Acetyl-3-phenylalanine
  • DL-Phenylalanine, N-acetyl-
  • N-Acetyl-3-phenyl-DL-alanine
  • DL-2-Acetamido-3-phenylpropionic acid
  • Alanine, N-acetyl-3-phenyl-, DL-
  • 2-(acetylamino)-3-phenylpropanoic acid
  • N-acetylphenylalanine, dl-
  • Acetyl-dl-phenylalanine
  • N-Acetyl-L-plhenylalanine
  • Acetyl-D-phenylalanine
  • N-Acetylphenylalanine #
  • Alanine-2,3,3-d3, N-acetyl-3-phenyl-d5-, DL-
  • (R)-2-acetamido-3-phenylpropanoic acid
  • 2-acetamido-3-phenyl-propanoic acid
  • Acetyl DL-phenylalanine
  • DivK1c_000395
  • DivK1c_001099
  • Afalanine (N-Acetyl-DL-phenylalanine)
  • N-Acetylphenylalanine, (+/-)-

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

No measured properties are recorded for this substance yet. Ask suppliers for a technical data sheet.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
207.23 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
207.0895 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
0.82calc.
Topological polar surface area
66.4 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
4calc.
Heavy atoms
15calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
1calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.27calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
1calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, c1ccccc1

c1ccccc1

1 ring, 6 atoms, the Benzene ring system.

485,677 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Roles

  • antidepressant
  • central nervous system drug
  • metabolite
  • pharmaceutical
  • psychotropic drug

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Afalanine is traded under.

HS 2924.29Indicative HS code

Cyclic amides (including cyclic carbamates) and their derivatives, salts thereof, other

World exports in 2024
$5.69B
−5.1% vs 2023, imports $5.8B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China32.3%
  2. Switzerland * partner reported13.6%
  3. Norway * partner reported12.8%
Top importers
  1. United States15.9%
  2. Ireland15.8%
  3. Germany11.9%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Afalanine is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Afalanine, based on the data on this page

What is Afalanine?

N-acetylphenylalanine is the N-acetyl derivative of phenylalanine. It has a role as a metabolite and an antidepressant. It is a N-acetyl-amino acid and a phenylalanine derivative.

What is the CAS number of Afalanine?

The CAS registry number of Afalanine is 2901-75-9. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 10172-89-1, 17942-30-2, 2018-61-3.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Afalanine?

The molecular formula of Afalanine is C11H13NO3 and its molar mass is 207.23 g/mol.

What is Afalanine used for?

Known uses and roles of Afalanine include building blocks in research and laboratory, screening compounds in research and laboratory, antidepressant, central nervous system drug, metabolite and 2 more.

Is Afalanine hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Afalanine is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Afalanine?

Afalanine is usually classified under HS code 292429 (Cyclic amides (including cyclic carbamates) and their derivatives, salts thereof, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

Where can I buy Afalanine?

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What is the price of Afalanine?

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