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Leucine
Leucine is one of the three Branched Chain Amino Acids (BCAA) – a group of essential amino acids owing their name to a branched molecular structure. BCAAs amount to around 35-40% of all essential amino acids in the human body. Leucine is obtained through the synthesis of most common proteins.
Technical aspects
Leucine, similarly to the other two BCAAs, is proven to enhance muscle buildup and exercise performance. It also helps in weight loss and may reduce the feeling of fatigue and muscle soreness after physical activities. Moreover, Leucine is the main BCAAs to boost the human body’s ability to develop muscle proteins.
Physical and chemical properties | Value |
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Description | White crystals or crystalline powder, odorless or slightly characteristic odor, slightly bitter taste |
State of solution (Transmittance) | Not Less Than 98.0% |
pH | 5.5 – 6.5 |
Specific rotation [α]20D | +14.9 – +16.0° |
Specific rotation [α]25D | +14.9 – +17.3° |
Ammonium (NH4) | Not More Than 0.020% |
Chloride (Cl) | Not More Than 0.020% |
Sulfate (SO4) | Not More Than 0.020% |
Iron (Fe) | Not More Than 10 ppm |
Heavy metals (Pb) | Not More Than 10 ppm |
Arsenic (As2O3) | Not More Than 1 ppm |
Loss on drying | Not More Than 0.020% |
Residue on ignition | Not More Than 0.010% |
Related substances | Not More Than 0.5% |
Endotoxin | Less Than 6.
Download specificationStorage periodThe shelf life of Leucine is. Product should be kept in dry storage at a temperature between 15°C and 30°C. PackagingFoodcom supplies its Business Partners with Leucine in 25 kg bags or in Big bags. ApplicationLeucine finds its main application as a diet supplement offered to health-oriented customers and training athletes. It is commonly used as an additive for bodybuilders and those aiming at weight reduction. Moreover, leucine is used in the pharmaceutical industry as a dispersing agent for inhalable medicaments. Similar products
CAS
61-90-5
Stock
Available
MOQ
1 MT
Alternative names
E641, C6H13NO2
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