L2020-05

L-Leucine (L-Leu-OH) (non-animal)

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£160.00

SKU:: L2020-05
Molecular Weight:: 131.17
Storage Conditions:: 4°C
Supplier:: United States Biological
CAS Number:: 61-90-5
Extra Details:: L-Leucine is an essential amino acid. L-Leucine acts as a nutrient signal to stimulate protein synthesis. It has also activates the mammalian target of rapamycin kinase that regulates cell growth. Synonyms: L-Leucine; (2S)-2-Amino-4-methylpentanoic Acid; (S)-(+)-Leucine; (S)-2-Amino-4-methylpentanoic Acid; (S)-2-Amino-4-methylvaleric Acid; (S)-Leucine; L-(+)-Leucine; L-2-Amino-4-methylpentanoic Acid; L-Norvaline, 4-methyl-; L-α-Aminoisocaproic Acid; Leu; Leucine; NSC 46709; (S)-2-Amino-4-methyl-Pentanoic Acid CAS No: 61-90-5 Molecular Formula: C₆H₁₃NO₂ Molecular Weight: 131.17 Purity: ≥98.5% Appearance: White powder pH: 5.5-7.0 Specific Rotation (C=4, 6N HCl): +14.9° to +17.3° Chloride: ≤0.05% Sulfate: ≤0.03% Iron: ≤0.003% Loss on Drying: ≤0.2% Residue on Ignition: ≤0.4% Heavy Metals (Pb): ≤0.0015% Endotoxin: ≤0.5EU/mg Storage and Stability: Store powder at 4ºC. Stable for 12 months after receipt Meets or exceeds USP specifications.