Identification | ||
Name | L-Phenylalanine | |
Synonyms | 3-Phenyl-L-alanine; L-2-Amino-3-phenylpropionic acid; L-beta-Phenylalanine | |
Molecular Structure | ||
Molecular Formula | C9H11NO2 | |
Molecular Weight | 165.19 | |
CAS Registry Number | 63-91-2 | |
EINECS | 200-568-1 | |
FEMA | 3585 | |
Properties | ||
Density | 1.29 | |
Melting point | 270-275 ºC | |
alpha | -34.1 º (c=2, water, dry basis) | |
Water solubility | 1-5 g/100 mL at 25 ºC |