CAS 3653-34-7
:(3R)-3-ammonio-5-methylhexanoate
Description:
(3R)-3-ammonio-5-methylhexanoate, also known as L-leucine, is an amino acid characterized by its branched-chain structure, which is essential for protein synthesis and various metabolic processes. This compound features a chiral center, making it optically active, and it exists predominantly in its L-form in biological systems. As a zwitterionic molecule, it contains both a positively charged ammonium group and a negatively charged carboxylate group, contributing to its solubility in water and its role in biological functions. L-leucine is crucial for muscle repair and growth, making it a popular supplement among athletes. It also plays a role in regulating blood sugar levels and stimulating insulin secretion. The compound is stable under normal conditions but can undergo degradation under extreme pH or temperature. Its CAS number, 3653-34-7, is used for identification in chemical databases, facilitating research and application in various fields, including biochemistry and nutrition.
Formula:C7H15NO2
InChI:InChI=1/C7H15NO2/c1-5(2)3-6(8)4-7(9)10/h5-6H,3-4,8H2,1-2H3,(H,9,10)/t6-/m1/s1
SMILES:CC(C)C[C@H](CC(=O)O)N
Synonyms:- (3R)-3-Amino-5-methylhexanoic acid
- Hexanoic acid, 3-amino-5-methyl-, (3R)-
- (R)-3-Amino-5-methyl-hexanoic acid
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Found 5 products.
3-Amino-5-methylhexanoic acid
CAS:Formula:C7H15NO2Purity:97%Color and Shape:SolidMolecular weight:145.19953-Amino-5-methylhexanoic acid
CAS:3-Amino-5-methylhexanoic acidPurity:97%Molecular weight:145.20g/molDL-β-Homoleucine
CAS:Formula:C7H15NO2Purity:≥ 98%Color and Shape:White crystalline powder or colourless crystalsMolecular weight:145.20DL-β-Homoleucine
CAS:Formula:C7H15NO2Purity:>98.0%(T)Color and Shape:White to Almost white powder to crystalMolecular weight:145.203-Amino-5-methyl-hexanoic acid
CAS:Formula:C7H15NO2Purity:97%Color and Shape:Solid, Colourless powderMolecular weight:145.202
