3-O-methyl-L-DOPA (hydrate)

SKU: orb1694016

Description

3-O-methyl-L-DOPA is a major peripheral metabolite of L-DOPA formed by catechol O-methyltransferase (COMT). It serves as a key research tool in neuroscience for studying Parkinson's disease therapeutics, where it is investigated for its potential to modulate L-DOPA pharmacokinetics and efficacy in both in vitro and in vivo models.

Research Area

Metabolism Research

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 200630-46-2
• MW: 229.23
• Formula: C₁₀H₁₅NO₅
• SMILES: O.COc1cc(C[C@H](N)C(O)=O)ccc1O
• Target: Transferase,Others

Storage & Handling

• Storage: -20°C
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Compound Identifiers

PubChem CID

46782236