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O-Benzyl-L-tyrosine

Also known as: H-Tyr(Bzl)-OH, L-Tyr(Bzl)-OH, O-Benzyltyrosine, (2S)-2-Amino-3-[4-(benzyloxy)phenyl]propanoic acid, NSC 163630, O-BENZYL-L-TYR

O-Benzyl-L-tyrosine (CAS 16652-64-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C16H17NO3 and a molecular weight of 271.311 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 225 - 230ºC (Decomposes), a boiling point of 456.1±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 229.7±27.3 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
16652-64-5
Jingsj CID
J-24492-8
Molecular Formula
C16H17NO3
Molecular Weight
271.311 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point225 - 230ºC (Decomposes)
Boiling Point456.1±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point229.7±27.3 °C
Exact Mass271.120850
PSA72.55000
LogP2.68
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.2 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.606
Storage ConditionsStore at RT.

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Luckose F, et al. Effects of amino acid derivatives on physical, mental, and physiological activities. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr. 2015;55(13):1793-1144.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2922509090
Summary2922509090. other amino-alcohol-phenols, amino-acid-phenols and other amino-compounds with oxygen function. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of O-Benzyl-L-tyrosine?

The CAS number of O-Benzyl-L-tyrosine is 16652-64-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of O-Benzyl-L-tyrosine?

O-Benzyl-L-tyrosine has molecular formula C16H17NO3 and molecular weight 271.311 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of O-Benzyl-L-tyrosine?

For O-Benzyl-L-tyrosine, Upstream Products: L-Tyrosine, Benzyl chloride, Boc-O-benzyl-L-tyrosine; Downstream Products: O-Benzyl-L-tyrosine methyl ester hydrochloride, L-Tyrosine, 4-Benzyloxyphenylacetonitrile.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "O-Benzyl-L-tyrosine (CAS 16652-64-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-24492-8 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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