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5-Methyl-L-tryptophan

Also known as: 5-Methyl-L-tryptophan, L-5-Methyltryptophan, (S)-2-Amino-3-(5-methyl-1H-indol-3-yl)propanoic acid, (2S)-2-amino-3-(5-methyl-1H-indol-3-yl)propionic acid, (S)-5-Methyl-α-amino-1H-indole-3-propionic acid, (αS)-α-Amino-5-methyl-1H-indole-3-propionic acid, L-Tryptophan, 5-Methyl-, Tryptophan, 5-methyl-, 5-Methyltryptophan, (2S)-2-azanyl-3-(5-methyl-1H-indol-3-yl)propanoic acid

5-Methyl-L-tryptophan (CAS 154-06-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H14N2O2 and a molecular weight of 218.252 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 455.1±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 229.1±28.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
154-06-3
Jingsj CID
J-31826-3
Molecular Formula
C12H14N2O2
Molecular Weight
218.252 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point455.1±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point229.1±28.7 °C
Exact Mass218.105530
PSA79.11000
LogP1.50
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.2 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.677

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2933990090
Summary2933990090. heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 5-Methyl-L-tryptophan?

The CAS number of 5-Methyl-L-tryptophan is 154-06-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Methyl-L-tryptophan?

5-Methyl-L-tryptophan has molecular formula C12H14N2O2 and molecular weight 218.252 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 5-Methyl-L-tryptophan?

For 5-Methyl-L-tryptophan, Upstream Products: 2-Iodo-4-methylaniline, 5-Methyl-DL-tryptophan.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "5-Methyl-L-tryptophan (CAS 154-06-3)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-31826-3 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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