Introduction

L-Leucine is an essential amino acid that can not be manufactured in the body, and is part of the three branched-chain amino acid family, which constitutes approximately 70% of the amino acids in the body.

Description: White crystals or crystalline powder; slightly bitter taste. Very soluble in formic acid; in water, practically insoluble in ethanol or ether.

Synonyms:：L-2-Amino-4-methylpentanoic acid

CAS No.：61-90-5

Formula: C6H13NO2

Chemical constitution：