l-leucine

Product name: L-Leucine CAS Number: 61-90-5 Conforms To: AJI, USP, EP Chemical Name: (2S)-2-Amino-4 -methylpentanoic Acid Chemical Formula: C6H13NO2 Molecular Weight: 131.1700 Nitrogen Content: 0.1068 Assay: 98.5 to 101.0% Application: an essential amino acid,L-leucine is used for parenteral and enteral nutrition. It is used in combination with the other branched chain amino acids for patients with hepatic diseases to improve nutritional status. BCAAs serve as important fuel sources for skeletal muscle during periods of metabolic stress. BCAAs are an important component of sports nutrition and health foods, as they increase energy, enhance endurance and aid in muscle recovery. L-leucine is also used as a flavoring substance and as a lubricant for tablet production.