Uses
(R)-2-Amino-3-(2-fluorophenyl)propanoic acid is a phenylalanine derivative[1].
Definition
ChEBI: 2-fluoro-D-phenylalanine is a 2-fluorophenylalanine that has D-configuration. It is a 2-fluorophenylalanine and a D-phenylalanine derivative. It is an enantiomer of a 2-fluoro-L-phenylalanine.
Purification Methods
Recrystallise 2-fluorophenylalanine from aqueous EtOH. The hydrochloride has m 226-231o(dec), and the N-acetyl derivative has m 147-149o (aqueous EtOH). [Bennett & Nieman J Am Chem Soc 72 1800 1950, Beilstein 14 III 1268.]
References
[1] Luckose F, et al. Effects of amino acid derivatives on physical, mental, and physiological activities. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr. 2015;55(13):1793-832. DOI:
10.1080/10408398.2012.708368