L-Isoleucine CAS 73-32-5

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CAS: 73-32-5

MF: C₆H₁₃NO₂

MW: 131.18

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Product Description

Branched chain hydrophobic alpha-amino acid that can be synthesised from threonine. Considered an essential amino acid and so must be consumed by humans in their diet. Used in the biosynthesis of proteins.

Product Categories	Amino Acids, Biochemicals, Reagents for Cell Culture, Cosmetic Raw Materials
CAS RN	73-32-5
Alternative CAS RN	-
EC Number	200-798-2
MDL Number	MFCD00064222
Storage Temperature	+20°C
Shipping Temperature	Ambient
Harmonised Tariff Code	2922498590

Physical Description	White to off-white powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	To conform to standard
pH (1% in water)	5.5 - 7.0
Specific Optical Rotation ([α]20/D)	+38.9 - +41.8 ° (C=4, 6M HCl)
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.3%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.3%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 500ppm
Iron (Fe)	≤ 30ppm
Sulphate (SO4)	≤ 300ppm
Ammonium (NH4)	≤ 200ppm
Heavy Metals	≤ 10ppm
Lead (Pb)	≤ 3ppm
Arsenic (As2O3)	≤ 1ppm
Cadmium (Cd)	≤ 1ppm
Mercury (Hg)	≤ 0.1ppm
Assay	98.5 - 101.0 %
Pharmacopoeia Specification(s)	USP
Specification Version	1.1