D-4,4’-Biphenylalanine

• CAT Number: R038143
• CAS Number: 170080-13-4
• Molecular Formula: C15H15NO2
• Molecular Weight: 241.29
• Purity: ≥95%
• Storage: Store at RT
• IUPAC Name: (2R)-2-amino-3-(4-phenylphenyl)propanoic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C15H15NO2/c16-14(15(17)18)10-11-6-8-13(9-7-11)12-4-2-1-3-5-12/h1-9,14H,10,16H2,(H,17,18)/t14-/m1/s1
• InChIKey: JCZLABDVDPYLRZ-CQSZACIVSA-N
• SMILES: C1=CC=C(C=C1)C2=CC=C(C=C2)CC(C(=O)O)N

D-4,4’-Biphenylalanine is a non-natural amino acid featuring a biphenyl group attached to the alanine backbone. Its unique structure, which includes two phenyl rings, makes it valuable in peptide synthesis and drug design, offering enhanced hydrophobic interactions and stability in protein-ligand binding studies. Researchers explore its use in developing bioactive peptides, therapeutic agents, and novel materials. The D-enantiomer provides specific stereochemical properties, contributing to its role in studying protein folding, enzyme interactions, and designing selective receptor modulators.