L-Leucine, 99%+
Synonyms: (S)-2-Amino-4-methylpentanoic acid · leucine · (S)-Leucine · (S)-(+)-Leucine
L-Leucine (CAS 61-90-5) – amino acid derivative, Biochemistry grade, ≥99%. C6H13NO2, MW 131.17. Order from Vaqora Chemicals with COA and global delivery.
About L-Leucine, 99%+
L-Leucine is an amino acid derivative (Biochemistry grade) carrying the CAS registry number 61-90-5, specified at ≥99% purity. Its molecular formula is C6H13NO2 and its molecular weight is 131.17 g/mol. The IUPAC name is (2S)-2-amino-4-methylpentanoic acid. Common synonyms include (S)-2-Amino-4-methylpentanoic acid and leucine.
In its supplied form it is a white crystalline or powder. Literature values give a melting point of above 300 °C and a boiling point of ~225.8 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Handle it with standard laboratory precautions and appropriate personal protective equipment.
Key uses span peptide synthesis, cell culture media, biochemical research and protein and peptide research. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.
We offer L-Leucine in 10 g, 25 g, 100 g and 500 g packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.
Typical applications
- Peptide synthesis
- Cell culture media
- Biochemical research
- Protein & peptide research
Industries
Specifications & identifiers
| Product name | L-Leucine, 99%+ |
|---|---|
| Catalogue No. | VQ-002139 |
| CAS Number | 61-90-5 |
| IUPAC name | (2S)-2-amino-4-methylpentanoic acid |
| Molecular formula | C6H13NO2 |
| Molecular weight | 131.17 g/mol |
| Exact mass | 131.0946 |
| Grade | Biochemistry |
| Purity / assay | ≥99% |
| HSN code | 29224990 |
| InChIKey | ROHFNLRQFUQHCH-YFKPBYRVSA-N |
| SMILES | CC(C)C[C@@H](C(=O)O)N |
| PubChem CID | 6106 |
| Physical form | Crystalline |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline or powder |
| Melting point | >300 °C |
| Boiling point | ~225.8 °C |
| Density | 1.29 g/cm3 at 20 °C (Predicted) |
| LogP (XLogP3) | -1.5 |
| H-bond donors / acceptors | 2 / 3 |
| TPSA | 63.3 Ų |
| Synonyms | (S)-2-Amino-4-methylpentanoic acid, leucine, (S)-Leucine, (S)-(+)-Leucine, Leucin, (S)-2-Amino-4-methylvaleric acid, L-alpha-Aminoisocaproic acid, (2S)-alpha-leucine, L-leucin, 2-amino-4-methylvaleric acid, L-(-)-2-Amino-4-methylpentanoic acid, alpha-Aminoisocaproic acid |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of L-Leucine, 99%+?
The CAS Registry Number of L-Leucine, 99%+ is 61-90-5. It is also known as (S)-2-Amino-4-methylpentanoic acid, leucine, (S)-Leucine.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of L-Leucine, 99%+?
L-Leucine, 99%+ has the molecular formula C6H13NO2 and a molecular weight of 131.17 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2S)-2-amino-4-methylpentanoic acid.
Which grade and pack sizes of L-Leucine, 99%+ can I order?
We supply L-Leucine, 99%+ in Biochemistry (≥99%) grade, in 10 g, 25 g, 100 g, 500 g, 1 kg, 5 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.
Do you provide a COA and SDS with L-Leucine, 99%+?
Yes. Every lot of L-Leucine, 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 L-Leucine, 99%+ be shipped internationally?
Yes. We export L-Leucine, 99%+ worldwide by air and sea freight or express courier, on EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP Incoterms, with full export documentation.
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