O-Methyl-L-tyrosine

Name: O-Methyl-L-tyrosine
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-040297

About O-Methyl-L-tyrosine

O-Methyl-L-tyrosine is a process intermediate or related compound of Tyrosine carrying the CAS registry number 6230-11-1. With the molecular formula C10H13NO3, it has a molar mass of 195.21 g/mol. Systematically, it is named (2S)-2-amino-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)propanoic acid. It is also known as 4-Methoxy-l-phenylalanine or p-Methoxy-L-phenylalanine.

The product is provided as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Process chemists and analysts use it when developing synthetic routes to Tyrosine, tracking process-related impurities and validating analytical methods. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer O-Methyl-L-tyrosine in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development
Fine chemical synthesis

Industries

Related to Tyrosine

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	O-Methyl-L-tyrosine
Catalogue No.	VQ-040297
CAS Number	6230-11-1
IUPAC name	(2S)-2-amino-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)propanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₁₀H₁₃NO₃
Molecular weight	195.21 g/mol
Exact mass	195.0895
HSN code	2933
InChIKey	GEYBMYRBIABFTA-VIFPVBQESA-N
SMILES	COC1=CC=C(C=C1)C[C@@H](C(=O)O)N
PubChem CID	2723935

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	-1.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 4
TPSA	72.6 Å²
Synonyms	4-Methoxy-l-phenylalanine, p-Methoxy-L-phenylalanine, L-Tyrosine, O-methyl-, H-Tyr(Me)-OH, (S)-2-amino-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)propanoic acid, Tyrosine, O-methyl-, L-4-Methoxyphenylalanine, (s)-2-amino-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)propionic acid, o-methyl tyrosine, O-methyl-tyrosine, 4-methoxy-phenylalanine, H-Tyr(Me)-OH.HCl

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

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

The CAS Registry Number of O-Methyl-L-tyrosine is 6230-11-1. It is also known as 4-Methoxy-l-phenylalanine, p-Methoxy-L-phenylalanine, L-Tyrosine, O-methyl-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of O-Methyl-L-tyrosine?

O-Methyl-L-tyrosine has the molecular formula C10H13NO3 and a molecular weight of 195.21 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2S)-2-amino-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)propanoic acid.

What is O-Methyl-L-tyrosine used for?

O-Methyl-L-tyrosine is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Tyrosine. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of O-Methyl-L-tyrosine can I order?

We supply O-Methyl-L-tyrosine, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with O-Methyl-L-tyrosine?

Yes. Every lot of O-Methyl-L-tyrosine is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can O-Methyl-L-tyrosine be shipped internationally?

Yes. O-Methyl-L-tyrosine is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.