DL-Norleucine, 99%+

Name: DL-Norleucine, 99%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-002098

About DL-Norleucine, 99%+

Listed under CAS 616-06-8, DL-Norleucine is an amino acid derivative available from Vaqora Chemicals in Biochemistry grade at a purity of ≥99%. With the molecular formula C6H13NO2, it has a molar mass of 131.17 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-aminohexanoic acid. Alternative names: (±)-2-Aminocaproic acid and Norleucine, DL-.

It is supplied as a powder. Key physical data: a melting point of above 300 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span peptide synthesis, cell culture media, biochemical research and food and flavour applications. Our customers for this product work in academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Standard pack sizes are 10 g, 25 g, 4 x 25 kg and 100 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Peptide synthesis
Cell culture media
Biochemical research
Food & flavour applications

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	DL-Norleucine, 99%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-002098
CAS Number	616-06-8
IUPAC name	2-aminohexanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₃NO₂
Molecular weight	131.17 g/mol
Exact mass	131.0946
Grade	Biochemistry
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	29224990
InChIKey	LRQKBLKVPFOOQJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCCCC(C(=O)O)N
PubChem CID	9475

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Powder
Melting point	>300 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	-1.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 3
TPSA	63.3 Å²
Synonyms	(±)-2-Aminocaproic acid, Norleucine, DL-, (+-)-Norleucine, 2-azaniumylhexanoate, Norleucine, (+-)-, H-DL-Nle-OH, (+/-)-Norleucine, Hexanoic acid, amino-, 2-Aminohexanoic acid, dl-, DL-2-Aminohexanoic Acid, Norleucine, (+/-)-, DL-.alpha.-Aminocaproic acid

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of DL-Norleucine, 99%+?

The CAS Registry Number of DL-Norleucine, 99%+ is 616-06-8. It is also known as (±)-2-Aminocaproic acid, Norleucine, DL-, (+-)-Norleucine.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of DL-Norleucine, 99%+?

DL-Norleucine, 99%+ has the molecular formula C6H13NO2 and a molecular weight of 131.17 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-aminohexanoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of DL-Norleucine, 99%+ can I order?

We supply DL-Norleucine, 99%+ in Biochemistry (≥99%) grade, in 10 g, 25 g, 4 x 25 kg, 100 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with DL-Norleucine, 99%+?

Yes. Every lot of DL-Norleucine, 99%+ is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can DL-Norleucine, 99%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. DL-Norleucine, 99%+ is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.