N-Formyl-L-kynurenine

N-甲酰-L-犬尿氨酸

Also known as: Formyl-L-Kynurenine, Tryptophan EP Impurity E, (S)-2-Amino-4-(2-formamidophenyl)-4-oxobutanoic acid, N-Formyl-L-kynurenine, N'-formyl-L-Kynurenine, L-Formylkynurenine, (2S)-2-amino-4-(2-formamidophenyl)-4-oxobutanoic acid, Benzenebutanoic acid, α-amino-2-(formylamino)-γ-oxo-, (αS)-, 3-(2-formamidobenzoyl)-L-alanine, Tryptophan Impurity 8, N'甲酰犬尿氨酸, NSC 334199, UNII-PS20W0733S

N-Formyl-L-kynurenine (CAS 3978-11-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H12N2O4 and a molecular weight of 236.224 g/mol. It is also known as Formyl-L-Kynurenine, Tryptophan EP Impurity E and (S)-2-Amino-4-(2-formamidophenyl)-4-oxobutanoic acid. Key properties include a boiling point of 563.4±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 294.5±30.1 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
3978-11-8
Jingsj CID
J-1519740-7
Molecular Formula
C11H12N2O4
Chinese Name
N-甲酰-L-犬尿氨酸
Molecular Weight
236.224 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point563.4±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point294.5±30.1 °C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of N-Formyl-L-kynurenine?

The CAS number of N-Formyl-L-kynurenine is 3978-11-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of N-Formyl-L-kynurenine?

N-Formyl-L-kynurenine has molecular formula C11H12N2O4 and molecular weight 236.224 g/mol.

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