N-Chloroacetyl-L-leucine

CAS: 688-12-0

Ref. 3D-AAA68812

Product Information

• Name: N-Chloroacetyl-L-leucine
• Synonyms: (2S)-2-(2-Chloroacetamido)-4-methylpentanoic acid, (2S)-2-[(2-Chloroacetyl)amino]-4-methylpentanoic acid, <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-Leucine, N-(2-chloroacetyl)-, <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-Leucine, N-(chloroacetyl)-, Chloroacetyl-<span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-leucine, Chloroacetyl-L-leucine, D-Leucine, N-(2-chloroacetyl)-, Leucine, N-(chloroacetyl)-, <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-, N-(2-Chloroacetyl)-<span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-leucine, N-(chloroacetyl)-L-leucine, N-(chloroacetyl)leucine, N-Chloroacetyl-<span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-leucine, NSC 60158

Description

N-Chloroacetyl-L-leucine is a chloromethyl ketone that is used as a pesticide and insecticide. It is effective against insects such as the Colorado potato beetle and the European corn borer, but not against snails or slugs. N-Chloroacetyl-L-leucine denatures proteins at high concentrations. This chemical has been shown to be toxic to the pancreas and can cause hepatitis in rats. N-Chloroacetyl-L-leucine can be used for pest control by disrupting the metabolism of an organism's nervous system. Techniques include thermal denaturation, metal ion uptake, and homogenization.

• Brand: Biosynth

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 207.65 g/mol
• Formula: C₈H₁₄ClNO₃
• Purity: Min. 95%