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Type | Amino acid |
Product Name | L-Leucine |
CAS No | 61-90-5 |
Molecular Formula | C6H13NO2 |
Grade | Food grade |
Packaging | 25kg/bag |
Description
L-leucine is an essential amino acid with the chemical formula C6H13NO2. It is the corresponding isomer of D-leucine and is a white lustrous hexahedral crystal or white crystalline powder at room temperature. Odorless and slightly bitter. Sublimation occurs at 145-148℃. Melting point: 293-295℃ (decomposition). It is stable in performance in inorganic acid aqueous solutions in the presence of hydrocarbons. Slightly soluble in ethanol (0.07%), soluble in dilute hydrochloric acid and alkaline hydroxide and carbonate solutions. Insoluble in ether.
Advantages:
Essential amino acids:
The human body cannot synthesize them by itself and must be obtained through diet or supplements.
Promoting protein synthesis:
L-leucine, as the core component of branched-chain amino acids, directly stimulates muscle growth and repair.
Regulating metabolic functions:
L-leucine is involved in gluconeogenesis and energy metabolism, helping to maintain blood sugar balance.
Specification
ITEM | STANDARD | RESULT |
Appearance | White crystalline powder | White crystalline powder |
Assay,% | 98.5~101.5 | 99.48 |
Specific optical rotation[a]25D | +14.9°~+17.3° | +15.33° |
PH value | 5.5~7.0 | 5.57 |
Chloride(as Cl).% | ≤0.05 | <0.05 |
Sulphate(as SO4),% | ≤0.03 | <0.03 |
lron(as Fe),% | ≤0.003 | <0.003 |
Heavy metals (as Pb),% | ≤0.0015 | <0.0015 |
Loss on drying,% | ≤0.20 | 0.14 |
Residue on ignition,% | ≤0.40 | 0.28 |
Certification
Application
Sports nutrition and functional foods:
L-leucine is used in protein powder, energy bars, sports drinks, etc. Quickly replenish muscle loss after exercise, reduce catabolism, and enhance endurance recovery. L-leucine, when combined with isoleucine and valine, has become a standard ingredient for fitness enthusiasts.
Food flavor enhancers and flavoring agents:
L-leucine combines with sodium glutamate to enhance the umami flavor layers of meat, soups and seasonings. L-leucine is used in soy sauce, condiments and instant noodle soup packets to reduce sodium content while maintaining flavor. L-leucine mimics the aroma of meat in plant-based meat products and enhances the taste of vegetarian products.
Special Diets and Healthy Foods:
L-leucine is added to oral nutritional supplements or liquid foods to maintain muscle mass and prevent malnutrition. L-leucine is a meal replacement food for diabetic patients, which helps regulate blood sugar fluctuations.
Weight management and meal replacement products:
L-leucine can be used in meal replacement shakes, high-protein snacks and low-calorie beverages.
Infant and toddler food:
L-leucine, as an essential amino acid additive in infant formula milk powder, ensures the needs of growth and development.
Animal nutritional fortification:
L-leucine is added to livestock and poultry feed to enhance protein utilization and promote growth (such as in pig and poultry farming).
Aquaculture:
L-leucine is used to enhance the stress resistance of fish and shrimp and improve the meat quality.
Packing & Shipping
L-Leucine is packaged in drums or kraft paper bags, 25KG Per Drum/Bag, FCL/LCL shipped by sea
FAQ
Hebei Tubang Biotechnology Co., Ltd. is a professional supplier of food additives. Our company is committed to quality as the foundation and attaches great importance to strict quality control to ensure long-term development.
What's your payment terms?
T/T or LC.
How about the packing?
Usually L-Leucine is packaged in drums or kraft paper bags, 25kg per drum/bag, than packed in pallet
What is the MOQ of L-Leucine?
MOQ is 1000 kgs
What's your delivery time?
The production time is usually 7-15 days
What's other food additives you can supply besides L-Leucine?
We can suppply more than 300 kinds food additives, such as Sucralose, Acesulfame-K, D-Mannitol, Allulose,Trehalose and many other products.
Why Choose Us
Professional manufacturer of sorbitol, One-stop service for food additives
Certified by HALAL, KOSHER, GMP, ISO9001, SGS, UKAS, etc.
Super quality and competitive prices
Fast delivery
Professional sales team, Best after-sales service
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