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Leucine, USP, 98.5-101.5%, Spectrum™ Chemical
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L1202, 61-90-5, C6H13NO2

Spectrum™ Chemical Leucine, USP is a hydrophobic essential amino acid that is a component in astacin, ferritin and other buffer proteins. It is used for the creation of sterols in the muscle and adipose tissues. Widely used in sport supplements for its muscle building properties, it is also used as a food additive and flavor enhancer. Spectrum Chemical manufactured USP LEUCINE products are manufactured, packaged and stored under current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) per 21CFR part 211 in FDA registered and inspected facilities.

Chemical Identifiers

CAS 61-90-5
Molecular Formula C6H13NO2
Molecular Weight (g/mol) 131.18
MDL Number MFCD00002617
InChI Key ROHFNLRQFUQHCH-MLHKIVSYNA-N
IUPAC Name (2S)-2-amino-4-methylpentanoic acid
SMILES CC(C)C[C@H](N)C(O)=O

Specifications

CAS Max % 100%
Chloride 0.05%
Ignition Residue 0.4%
Loss on Drying 0.2%
Packaging Poly Bottle
Specific Rotation +14.9° to +17.3°
Sulfate 0.03%
Quantity 100 g
Percent Purity 98.5 to 101.5%
Grade USP
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