CAS 53940-83-3

L-α-Methylvaline

Description:

L-α-Methylvaline is an amino acid that is classified as a branched-chain amino acid (BCAA), similar to leucine, isoleucine, and valine. It is a non-polar, hydrophobic compound, which contributes to its role in protein synthesis and metabolism. The molecular structure of L-α-Methylvaline features a methyl group attached to the alpha carbon, distinguishing it from other amino acids. This modification affects its physical and chemical properties, such as solubility and reactivity. L-α-Methylvaline is typically found in various proteins and is involved in several biological processes, including muscle metabolism and energy production. It is also of interest in research related to metabolic disorders and protein engineering. The compound is usually synthesized through specific chemical reactions or extracted from natural sources. As with many amino acids, it can exist in different forms, including L and D isomers, with the L form being biologically active. Safety and handling precautions should be observed when working with this substance in laboratory settings.

Formula: C₆H₁₃NO₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C6H13NO2/c1-4(2)6(3,7)5(8)9/h4H,7H2,1-3H3,(H,8,9)/t6-/m0/s1

InChI key: InChIKey=GPYTYOMSQHBYTK-LURJTMIESA-N

SMILES: [C@]([C@@H](C)C)(C(O)=O)(C)N

Synonyms:

• (2S)-2-ammonio-2,3-dimethylbutanoate
• (S)-2-Amino-2,3-dimethylbutanoic acid
• (S)-2-Methylvaline
• (S)-α-Methylvaline
• 2-Methyl-<span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-valine
• <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-Isovaline, 3-methyl-
• <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-Valine, 2-methyl-
• <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-α-Methylvaline
• Alpha-Methyl-L-Valine Hydrochloride
• L-α-Methylvaline
• L-Valine, 2-methyl-
• L-Isovaline, 3-methyl-

H-α-Me-Val-OH

CAS: 53940-83-3

Bachem ID: 4026440.

Formula: C₆H₁₃NO₂

Purity: > 99%

Color and Shape: White Powder

Molecular weight: 131.18

Ref: 01-4026440

α-METHYL-L-VALINE HYDROCHLORIDE

CAS: 53940-83-3

Formula: C₆H₁₃NO₂

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 131.1729

Ref: IN-DA00DC7J

(2S)-2-Amino-2,3-dimethyl-butanoic acid

CAS: 53940-83-3

(2S)-2-Amino-2,3-dimethyl-butanoic acid

Purity: 95%

Molecular weight: 131.17g/mol

Ref: 54-OR480349

(S)-(-)-α-Methylvaline

CAS: 53940-83-3

Molecular weight: 131.17

Ref: 7W-GM6267

(2S)-2-Amino-2,3-dimethylbutanoic acid

CAS: 53940-83-3

Formula: C₆H₁₃NO₂

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 131.175

Ref: 10-F093585

α-Methyl-L-valine

Controlled Product

CAS: 53940-83-3

Applications Used in the preparation of medicinal and herbicidal agents.
References Cronin, J., et al.: Science, 275, 951 (1997), Podlech, J., et al.: Cell Mol. Life. Sci., 58, 44 (2001), Lee, S., et al.: J. Biol. Chem., 278, 46649 (2003),

Formula: C₆H₁₃NO₂

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 131.17

Ref: TR-M338540

Leucine EP Impurity E

CAS: 53940-83-3

Formula: C₆H₁₃NO₂

Molecular weight: 131.2

Ref: ST-EA-CP-L28005