Phenylalanine
(l-Phenylalanine)CAS number: 63-91-2
Chemical class: Amino Acids
Industry claims found in: meats, eggs, breads, cereals, milk, cheese, fish, corn, beans, potatoes, asparagus, peas
Industry claims used in: frozen dairy, baked goods, candy, condiments, meat products
Possible physical or functional effects: Flavoring agents and adjuvants; Nutrient supplements
Properties: industry claims FEMA GRAS; used in cigarettes; industry claims FDA approved food additive
Toxicology: LD50 (IP, rat) 5287 mg/kg; mildly toxic by IP route; experimental reproductive effects; hazard to PKU individuals; heated to decomp., emits toxic fumes of NOx