L-Leucine PurCert Secondary Reference Standard (CRM) [Includes all characterization data]

CRM


Linear Formula:  C6H13NO2
Molecular Weight:  131.17 g/mol
CAS Number: 61-90-5

Properties

Assay Purity >= 99 %
M pt. >300 °C (lit.)
Density 1,293 g/cm3
Form Solid

Safety Information

GHS Pictogram
HS Code 29224990
Storage Temp. 2-8°C
Storage Class 11 - Combustible Solids
UN Number NA

Description

Application
L-Leucine is used in the pharmaceutical nutraceutical food and biotechnology industries as a nutritional supplement formulation ingredient and biochemical reagent. It is also used in research and cell culture applications.

Purpose
The purpose of L-Leucine is to support protein synthesis promote muscle growth and repair and serve as a nutritional and biochemical ingredient in pharmaceutical food and research applications.

General Description
L-Leucine is an essential branched-chain amino acid that appears as a white crystalline powder. It plays a vital role in protein synthesis and muscle metabolism.