6-Fluoro-DL-tryptophan

6-氟-DL-色氨酸

Also known as: 2-Amino-3-(6-fluoro-1H-indol-3-yl)propanoic acid, (±)-2-Amino-3-(6-fluoro-1H-indol-3-yl)propionic acid, DL-6-Fluorotryptophan, 6-Fluorotryptophan, EINECS 231-788-6, MFCD00005653, H-6-Fluoro-DL-Trp-OH

6-Fluoro-DL-tryptophan (CAS 7730-20-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H11FN2O2 and a molecular weight of 222.216 g/mol. It is also known as 2-Amino-3-(6-fluoro-1H-indol-3-yl)propanoic acid, (±)-2-Amino-3-(6-fluoro-1H-indol-3-yl)propionic acid and DL-6-Fluorotryptophan. Key properties include a melting point of 280-285 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 450.7±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 226.4±28.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
7730-20-3
Jingsj CID
J-6509-0
Molecular Formula
C11H11FN2O2
Chinese Name
6-氟-DL-色氨酸
Molecular Weight
222.216 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point280-285 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling Point450.7±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point226.4±28.7 °C
Exact Mass222.080460
PSA79.11000
LogP1.09
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.2 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.673
Storage Conditions-20℃

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Miwa S, et al. Determination of serotonin turnover in the rat brain using 6-fluorotryptophan. J Neurochem. 1987 May;48(5):1577-80. [2]. D Sugden, et al. Changes in the rat sleep-wake cycle produced by DL-6-fluorotryptophan, a competitive inhibitor of tryptophan hydroxylase. Psychopharmacology (Berl). 1981;74(4):369-73.

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 6-Fluoro-DL-tryptophan?

The CAS number of 6-Fluoro-DL-tryptophan is 7730-20-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 6-Fluoro-DL-tryptophan?

6-Fluoro-DL-tryptophan has molecular formula C11H11FN2O2 and molecular weight 222.216 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 6-Fluoro-DL-tryptophan?

For 6-Fluoro-DL-tryptophan, Downstream Products: methyl 2-(9H-pyrido[3,4-b]indol-1-yl)acetate.

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