Identification | ||
Name | L-Leucine | |
Synonyms | L-2-Amino-4-methylpentanoic acid; (S)-2-Amino-4-methylpentanoic acid; L-Leu | |
Molecular Structure | ||
Molecular Formula | C6H13NO2 | |
Molecular Weight | 131.17 | |
CAS Registry Number | 61-90-5 | |
EINECS | 200-522-0 | |
FEMA | 3297 | |
Properties | ||
Melting point | 286-288 ºC | |
Sublimation | 145-148 ºC | |
alpha | 15.4 º (c=4, 6N HCl) | |
Water solubility | 22.4 g/L (20 C) |