3-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-DL-alanine

Independent reference data for 3-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-DL-alanine (CAS 63-84-3), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Dopa is an amino acid in the seedlings, pods, and beans of broad beans and velvet beans; [Merck Index]Use (kg) in Switzerland (2009): >2500

Synonyms and trade names

DL-DOPA; 63-84-3; 2-Amino-3-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)propanoic acid; dihydroxyphenylalanine; DL-Dioxyphenylalanine; 3-Hydroxy-DL-tyrosine; DL-3,4-Dopa; (+-)-Dopa; DL-beta-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)alanine; (+-)-3-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)alanine; QI9C343R60; NSC-16940; DOPA, DL-; ALANINE, 3-(3,4-DIHYDROXYPHENYL)-, DL-; DTXSID8020549; CHEBI:49168

GHS hazard classification

Reported hazard statements	H302 (16.7%), H315 (91.7%), H319 (91.7%), H335 (89.6%)

H302 (16.7%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]

H315 (91.7%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]

What the public record says

3-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-DL-alanine · CAS 63-84-3 · C9H11NO4. UNII QI9C343R60. Melting Point: 270 °C; Solubility: 3.6 mg/mL; Dissociation Constants: 2.21.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.