N-Formylkynurenine is an intermediate in the catabolism of tryptophan. It is a formylated derivative of kynurenine. The formation of N-formylkynurenine is catalyzed by heme dioxygenases.
CAS Number
[1022-31-7]
Molecular Formula
C11H12N2O4
Molecular Weight
236.22
Smiles
O=CNC1=C(C(CC(C(O)=O)N)=O)C=CC=C1
Target
Endogenous Metabolite
Purity
98.5
Solubility
DMSO : 2.5 mg/mL (ultrasonic; warming; heat to 60°C) |H2O : 2.5 mg/mL (ultrasonic; warming; heat to 60°C)