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6-Diazo-5-oxo-L-norleucine

Also known as: DON, L-DON, 6-DIAZO-5-OXO-NORLEUCINE, 6-DIAZO-5-OXO-L-2-AMINOHEXANOIC ACID, (S)-2-Amino-6-diazo-5-oxocaproic acid, H-6-DIAZO-5-OXO-L-NORLEUCINE, diazo-oxo-norleucine, MFCD00037218

6-Diazo-5-oxo-L-norleucine (CAS 157-03-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H9N3O3 and a molecular weight of 171.15400 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -145ºC (dec.), a boiling point of 301.12°C (rough estimate) and a density of 1.3994 (rough estimate). It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H311 — Toxic in contact with skin and H331 — Toxic if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
157-03-9
Jingsj CID
J-1987307-5
Molecular Formula
C6H9N3O3
Molecular Weight
171.15400 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-145ºC (dec.)
Boiling Point301.12°C (rough estimate)
Density1.3994 (rough estimate)
Exact Mass171.06400
PSA117.78000
Appearancecrystalline | light yellow
Refractive Index1.5800 (estimate)
Storage Conditions−20°C

GHS Safety & Compliance

Acute ToxicitySignal word: Danger
  • H301 — Toxic if swallowed
  • H311 — Toxic in contact with skin
  • H331 — Toxic if inhaled

Activity & Biological Data

TargetKi: 6 μM (glutaminases)[4]
Additional Information[1]. Kulkarni RM, et al. Evaluation of genetic toxicity of 6-diazo-5-oxo-l-norleucine (DON). Toxicol Mech Methods. 2017 Sep;27(7):518-527. [2]. Thangavelu K, et al. Structural basis for the active site inhibition mechanism of human kidney-type glutaminase (KGA). Sci Rep. 2014 Jan 23;4:3827. [3]. Willis RC, et al. The inhibition by 6-diazo-5-oxo-l-norleucine of glutamine catabolism of the cultured human lymphoblast. J Cell Physiol. 1977 Dec;93(3):375-82. [4]. Sharma NS, et al. Targeting tumor-intrinsic hexosamine biosynthesis sensitizes pancreatic cancer to anti-PD1 therapy. J Clin Invest. 2019 Oct 15.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2927000090
Summary2927000090 other diazo-, azo- or azoxy-compounds。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 6-Diazo-5-oxo-L-norleucine?

The CAS number of 6-Diazo-5-oxo-L-norleucine is 157-03-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 6-Diazo-5-oxo-L-norleucine?

6-Diazo-5-oxo-L-norleucine has molecular formula C6H9N3O3 and molecular weight 171.15400 g/mol.

Is 6-Diazo-5-oxo-L-norleucine hazardous?

6-Diazo-5-oxo-L-norleucine has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H311 — Toxic in contact with skin; H331 — Toxic if inhaled.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 6-Diazo-5-oxo-L-norleucine?

For 6-Diazo-5-oxo-L-norleucine, Upstream Products: L-Glutamic acid, N-Phthaloyl-L-glutamic anhydride, gamma-Benzyl L-glutamate.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "6-Diazo-5-oxo-L-norleucine (CAS 157-03-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1987307-5 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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