3-Nitro-L-tyrosine

• CAT Number: R013808
• CAS Number: 621-44-3
• Molecular Formula: C9H10N2O5
• Molecular Weight: 226.188
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: L-3-Nitrotyrosine; NSC 37413
• Target: Endogenous Metabolite
• Storage: Room temperature
• InChI: InChI=1S/C9H10N2O5/c10-6(9(13)14)3-5-1-2-8(12)7(4-5)11(15)16/h1-2,4,6,12H,3,10H2,(H,13,14)/t6-/m0/s1
• InChIKey: FBTSQILOGYXGMD-LURJTMIESA-N
• SMILES: C1=CC(=C(C=C1CC(C(=O)O)N)[N+](=O)[O-])O

3-Nitro-L-tyrosine is a nitrated derivative of the amino acid L-tyrosine, featuring a nitro group (-NO2) attached to the benzene ring at the 3-position. This compound is of interest in biochemical research, as it is a marker of oxidative stress and nitrative damage, often associated with inflammation and neurodegenerative diseases. 3-Nitro-L-tyrosine is formed through the interaction of tyrosine with reactive nitrogen species, and its presence can indicate altered cellular processes, making it valuable in studying disease mechanisms and potential therapeutic interventions.