L-Leucine, USP 98.50–101.50%

Name: L-Leucine, USP 98.50–101.50%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-046747

About L-Leucine, USP 98.50–101.50%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies L-Leucine (USP grade), an amino acid derivative registered under CAS number 61-90-5, specified at 98.50–101.50% purity. Formula C6H13NO2, molecular weight 131.17 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is (2S)-2-amino-4-methylpentanoic acid. Common synonyms include leucine and (S)-2-Amino-4-methylpentanoic acid.

Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Good laboratory practice and suitable PPE are recommended during handling.

Typical applications include peptide synthesis, cell culture media and biochemical research. Typical end-use sectors are 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. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request. Custom pack sizes, bulk quantities and specific analytical data can be arranged on request.

Typical applications

Peptide synthesis
Cell culture media
Biochemical research

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	L-Leucine, USP 98.50–101.50%
Catalogue No.	VQ-046747
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	USP
Purity / assay	98.50–101.50%
HSN code	29224990
InChIKey	ROHFNLRQFUQHCH-YFKPBYRVSA-N
SMILES	CC(C)C[C@@H](C(=O)O)N
PubChem CID	6106

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	-1.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 3
TPSA	63.3 Å²
Synonyms	leucine, (S)-2-Amino-4-methylpentanoic acid, (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

Documents

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

Other grades of CAS 61-90-5

Biochemistry

L-Leucine, 99%+

CAS: 61-90-5
Formula: C₆H₁₃NO₂
MW: 131.17 g/mol

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BP/USP/EP / Cell Cult…

L-Leucine, BP/USP/EP, cell culture tested

CAS: 61-90-5
Formula: C₆H₁₃NO₂
MW: 131.17 g/mol

VQ-046064

Cell Culture

L-Leucine, cell culture tested

CAS: 61-90-5
Formula: C₆H₁₃NO₂
MW: 131.17 g/mol

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of L-Leucine, USP 98.50–101.50%?

The CAS Registry Number of L-Leucine, USP 98.50–101.50% is 61-90-5. It is also known as leucine, (S)-2-Amino-4-methylpentanoic acid, (S)-Leucine.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of L-Leucine, USP 98.50–101.50%?

L-Leucine, USP 98.50–101.50% 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, USP 98.50–101.50% can I order?

We supply L-Leucine, USP 98.50–101.50% in USP (98.50–101.50%) grade, in 10 g, 25 g, 100 g, 500 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with L-Leucine, USP 98.50–101.50%?

Yes. Every lot of L-Leucine, USP 98.50–101.50% 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, USP 98.50–101.50% be shipped internationally?

Yes. We export L-Leucine, USP 98.50–101.50% worldwide by air and sea freight or express courier, on EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP Incoterms, with full export documentation.