| 5-HTP Basic information | |
| Product Name: | L-5-Hydroxytryptophan |
| Synonyms: | 5-hydroxy-l-tryptopha;5-Hydroxytryptophan;5-HTP |
| CAS: | 4350-09-8 |
| MF: | C11H12N2O3 |
| MW: | 220.22 |
| EINECS: | 224-411-1 |
| Product Categories: | Amino acids and their derivatives; Pharmaceutical intermediates; Amino acids; Small molecule inhibitors, natural products; Amino acid derivatives; Pharmaceutical raw materials; Plant extract; Chemical reagent; Chinese medicine reference; Cosmetics raw materials; Organic chemical raw material |
| Introduction | L-5-Hydroxytryptophan is a natural amino acid and dietary supplement that acts as an antidepressant, appetite suppressant, and sleep aid. |
| Application | It can suppress appetite, reduce fat intake, reduce anxiety, control emotions, promote sleep, promote emotional and nervous system health. |
| 5-HTP Chemical Properties | |
| Melting point | 270 °C (dec.) (lit.) |
| specific rotation | -32.5 º (c=1,H2O on dry basis) |
| Boiling point | 361.16°C (rough estimate) |
| density | 0.902 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.) |
| Refractive index | n20/D 1.4850(lit.) |
| flash point | 175 °F |
| storage temp. | 2-8°C |
| solubility | Solubility in water 10 mg/mL |
| form | Powder |
| color | White to light yellow powder to crystal. |
| pKa | 2.22±0.10(Predicted) |
