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RH1246
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100 g
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BioChemika Grade, >99%
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L-Tyrosine
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60-18-4
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L-Tyrosine
Product Overview
RH1246 L-Tyrosine, CAS 60-18-4, is a high-purity aromatic amino acid supplied as BioChemika Grade with purity >99%. It is suitable for amino acid metabolism research, protein and peptide studies, biochemical research, enzyme studies and other life science applications.
L-Tyrosine is a naturally occurring proteinogenic amino acid characterized by a phenolic aromatic side chain. The hydroxyl group of tyrosine residues is particularly important in protein phosphorylation and other biochemical processes.
Key Features
BioChemika Grade
Purity >99%
CAS 60-18-4
Naturally occurring L-amino acid
Aromatic amino acid
Contains a phenolic hydroxyl group
Suitable for protein research
Suitable for amino acid metabolism research
Suitable for phosphorylation research
Suitable for biochemical and enzyme research
100 g standard packaging
Technical Specifications
Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
Product Code | RH1246 |
Product Name | L-Tyrosine |
Chemical Name | L-Tyrosine |
CAS No. | 60-18-4 |
Grade | BioChemika Grade, >99% |
Package | 100 g |
Applications
Amino Acid Research
Amino Acid Metabolism Studies
Protein and Peptide Research
Protein Phosphorylation Research
Biochemical Research
Enzyme Research
Cell Signaling Research
Metabolic Pathway Research
Cell Biology Research
Biotechnology Research
Life Science Research
L-Tyrosine for Biochemical Research
L-Tyrosine is an aromatic amino acid involved in protein biosynthesis and multiple biochemical pathways.
Its phenolic hydroxyl group gives L-Tyrosine distinctive chemical properties and allows tyrosine residues to participate in hydrogen bonding, enzymatic reactions and post-translational modifications.
RH1246 provides BioChemika Grade L-Tyrosine with purity >99% for laboratory research.
L-Tyrosine for Protein and Peptide Research
L-Tyrosine is one of the standard amino acids incorporated into proteins.
Its aromatic side chain can contribute to hydrophobic interactions, protein folding and molecular recognition, while the phenolic hydroxyl group provides additional opportunities for biochemical interactions.
L-Tyrosine is therefore relevant to protein structure, peptide chemistry and protein-function studies.
L-Tyrosine and Protein Phosphorylation
Tyrosine residues are important sites of protein phosphorylation.
Protein tyrosine kinases can transfer phosphate groups to suitable tyrosine residues, while protein tyrosine phosphatases can remove these phosphate groups.
Tyrosine phosphorylation is widely studied in research involving cellular signaling, enzyme regulation and protein-protein interactions.
L-Tyrosine for Cell Signaling Research
Protein tyrosine phosphorylation plays an important role in many cellular signaling pathways.
Changes in phosphorylation of specific tyrosine residues can influence protein activity, localization and molecular interactions.
L-Tyrosine and tyrosine-containing peptides are therefore relevant to biochemical studies of kinase activity and signal transduction.
L-Tyrosine for Amino Acid Metabolism Research
L-Tyrosine participates in multiple metabolic pathways and can be produced biologically from L-Phenylalanine.
It can also serve as a precursor in pathways leading to several biologically important molecules.
This makes L-Tyrosine relevant to research involving aromatic amino acid metabolism, enzyme activity and metabolic pathway analysis.
L-Tyrosine for Enzyme Research
L-Tyrosine can serve as a substrate or component in various biochemical enzyme systems.
It is particularly relevant to research involving enzymes associated with aromatic amino acid metabolism and protein phosphorylation.
Experimental concentration, pH and other assay conditions should be optimized according to the specific enzyme system.
L-Tyrosine vs L-Phenylalanine
L-Tyrosine and L-Phenylalanine are structurally related aromatic amino acids.
L-Phenylalanine: contains a phenyl side chain
L-Tyrosine: contains a phenolic hydroxyl group on the aromatic ring
L-Tyrosine can be biosynthesized from L-Phenylalanine through an enzyme-mediated hydroxylation reaction.
L-Tyrosine vs L-Tryptophan
L-Tyrosine and L-Tryptophan are both aromatic amino acids but contain different aromatic structures:
L-Tyrosine: phenolic aromatic ring
L-Tryptophan: indole ring
These structural differences give them different spectroscopic, chemical and biochemical properties.
L-Tyrosine vs L-Serine
L-Tyrosine and L-Serine both contain hydroxyl groups and both can occur as phosphorylation sites in proteins.
However:
L-Tyrosine: aromatic phenolic side chain
L-Serine: smaller hydroxymethyl side chain
This structural difference affects their roles in proteins and their recognition by different protein kinases.
L-Tyrosine vs D-Tyrosine
L-Tyrosine and D-Tyrosine are stereoisomers.
L-Tyrosine is the naturally occurring form commonly incorporated into proteins, whereas D-Tyrosine is the corresponding D-enantiomer.
The correct stereoisomer should be selected according to the intended experimental application.
Product Advantages
RH1246 L-Tyrosine is supplied as BioChemika Grade with purity >99%, providing a high-purity aromatic amino acid for biochemical and life science research.
It is suitable for protein and peptide research, amino acid metabolism, protein phosphorylation, cell signaling and enzyme studies.
The standard package is 100 g.
Storage and Handling
Keep the container tightly sealed.
Protect from moisture and contamination.
Prepare solutions using appropriate laboratory procedures.
Store according to the recommended product conditions.
Follow standard laboratory handling practices.
Refer to the applicable SDS for detailed storage and handling information.
Packaging
Standard Packaging: 100 g
Other quantities can be discussed upon request.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is RH1246 L-Tyrosine?
RH1246 L-Tyrosine, CAS 60-18-4, is an aromatic amino acid supplied as BioChemika Grade with purity >99%.
What is L-Tyrosine used for in research?
L-Tyrosine is suitable for amino acid metabolism, protein and peptide research, phosphorylation studies, cell signaling, biochemical research and enzyme studies.
Is L-Tyrosine an aromatic amino acid?
Yes. L-Tyrosine is a proteinogenic aromatic amino acid containing a phenolic side chain.
Does L-Tyrosine contain a hydroxyl group?
Yes. L-Tyrosine contains a phenolic hydroxyl (-OH) group on its aromatic side chain.
Can Tyrosine residues be phosphorylated?
Yes. Tyrosine residues are important sites of protein phosphorylation and are widely studied in cellular signaling research.
What is the difference between L-Tyrosine and L-Phenylalanine?
L-Tyrosine contains a hydroxyl group on its aromatic ring, while L-Phenylalanine does not.
What is the difference between L-Tyrosine and L-Tryptophan?
L-Tyrosine contains a phenolic aromatic ring, whereas L-Tryptophan contains an indole ring.
What is the CAS number of L-Tyrosine?
The CAS number of RH1246 L-Tyrosine is 60-18-4.
What is the purity of RH1246?
RH1246 is supplied as BioChemika Grade with purity >99%.
What packaging is available?
The standard package for RH1246 L-Tyrosine is 100 g.