L-Theanine [3081-61-6]

MedChem Express

L-Theanine [3081-61-6]

10

3081-61-6

Research Use Only

99.67

C7H14N2O3

174.20

L-Theanine (L-Glutamic Acid gamma-ethyl amide) is a non-protein amino acid contained in green tea leaves, which blocks the binding of L-glutamic acid to glutamate receptors in the brain, and with neuroprotective, anticancer and anti-oxidative activities. L-Theanine can pass through the blood-brain barrier and is orally active[1][2][3].

OC([C@@H](N)CCC(NCC)=O)=O

2°C to 8°C

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