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Product Information

Product Name
L-Leucine
Brand Name
Chem Impex
Product Number
00200
CAS
61-90-5
Certificate of Analysis (COA)​
COA not found

General Information

PubChem CID
6106
IUPAC Name
(2S)-2-amino-4-methylpentanoic acid
InChI Key
ROHFNLRQFUQHCH-YFKPBYRVSA-N
SMILES
CC(C)CC@@H(C(=O)O)N

Description

L-Leucine is widely utilized in research focused on:

Sports Nutrition: Commonly found in protein supplements, L-Leucine helps in muscle recovery and growth, making it a favorite among athletes and fitness enthusiasts.

Pharmaceuticals: Used in formulations for treating muscle-wasting diseases, it supports muscle protein synthesis, which is crucial for patients recovering from surgery or illness.

Animal Feed: Added to livestock feed to enhance growth rates and improve feed efficiency, benefiting the agriculture industry by optimizing animal health and productivity.

Cosmetics: Incorporated in skincare products for its moisturizing properties, L-Leucine helps in maintaining skin hydration and elasticity, appealing to the beauty industry.

Food Industry: Used as a flavor enhancer and nutritional supplement in various food products, it caters to health-conscious consumers looking for added nutritional benefits.

References Data Source From Pubchem

[Benefits and risks of gabapentinoids in geriatric psychiatry]

Publication Name: Der Nervenarzt
Publication Date: 2026-05
DOI: 10.1007/s00115-025-01850-6

An improved Glucocerebrosidase Assay for Accurate Prediction of Lysosomal Dysfunction: Exemplified by Its Relevance in Parkinson’s Disease

Publication Name: Indian journal of clinical biochemistry : IJCB
Publication Date: 2026-04
DOI: 10.1007/s12291-024-01234-8

Integrative clustering by colonic volatile fatty acids reveals microbiota and host physiological variation in weaned piglets

Publication Name: Journal of Animal Science and Biotechnology
Publication Date: 2026-03-06
DOI: 10.1186/s40104-026-01353-7

Evolution and Functional Implications of Codon Usage Bias in Eukaryotes

Publication Name: Journal of Molecular Evolution
Publication Date: 2026-03-04
DOI: 10.1007/s00239-026-10305-8