D-Phenylalaninol is used as a chiral auxiliary for asymmetric Michael reactions. It is an enantiomer of L-Phenylalaninol, an inhibitor of intestinal Phenylalanine absorption. It acts as an inhibiting agent to the enzymes which are responsible for the breakdown of endorphins.
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ApplicationsD-Phenylalaninol is used as a chiral auxiliary for asymmetric Michael reactions. It is an enantiomer of L-Phenylalaninol, an inhibitor of intestinal Phenylalanine absorption. It acts as an inhibiting agent to the enzymes which are responsible for the breakdown of endorphins.
SolubilitySoluble in Dichloromethane, Ethyl Acetate, Methanol.
NotesAir Sensitive. Store away from air. Store under dry inert gas. Incompatible with carbondioxide, air, acids and oxidizing agents.