Product Name: DL-M-Tyrosine

Synonyms: DL-m-Tyrosine; (+/-)-2-Amino-3-(3-hydroxyphenyl)propionic acid

Molecular Formula: C9H11NO3

Molecular Weight: 181.19

CAS No.: 775-06-4

EINECS: 212-270-9

Description

It is the precursor or intermediate of catecholamine in organism. Phenylalanine in vivo is dependent on the para hydroxylation of m-hydroxylase.

For example, L-m-tyrosine can pass through the blood-brain barrier and decarboxylate to form tyramine, which can stimulate dopamine receptor.