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América Alimentos L-Leucine

América Alimentos L-Leucine is an amino acid considered essential, it is part of the group of so-called branched amino acids. Its main application is in food supplements.

Ingredient Name: L-Leucine

Ingredient Origin: Natural Origin

Labeling Claims: Natural, Naturally Derived

Features: Thermal Stability

End Uses: Dietary Supplements, Nutraceuticals

Synonyms: (2S)-2-Amino-4-Methyl-Pentanoic Acid, (S)-2-Amino-4-Methylvaleric Acid, 4-Methyl-L-Norvaline, L-(+)-Leucine, L-alpha-Aminoisocaproic Acid, Leucine, Leucovorin

Technical Data Sheet

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Knowde-enriched technical product data sheet

Identification & Functionality

Ingredient Name
L-Leucine
Ingredient Origin
Natural Origin
Protein Type
Amino Acids
Food Ingredients Functions
Amino Acid,
Supplement
Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions
Amino Acid,
Dietary Supplement
CAS No.
61-90-5
Ingredients
L-Leucine
Food Additive Number
E 641, INS 641
EC No.
200-522-0
Technologies
Food Ingredients,
Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals
Product Families
Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Nutraceuticals & Supplements
Proteins & Amino Acids
Food Ingredients — Nutrition & Fortification
Proteins & Amino Acids

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Natural,
Naturally Derived
Food Ingredients Features
Thermal Stability

Applications & Uses

Markets
Food & Nutrition
Applications
Food & Nutrition — Food
Other Food Applications
Food & Nutrition — Nutrition & Well Being
Nutraceuticals & Supplements
Food & Nutrition Applications
Dietary Supplements,
Nutraceuticals

Properties

Physical Form
Powder,
Solid
Appearance
Crystalline Powder
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Specific Rotation#ERROR!--
pH5.5 - 7--
Chloridesmax. 0.05%-
Heavy Metalsmax. 15ppm-
Test98.5 - 102.5%-
Humiditymax. 0.3%-
Sulfatesmax. 0.03%-
Ironmax. 0.003%-
Thermal Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Thermal Stabilitymax. 90°C-
Microbiological Values
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Total Plate Countmax. 1000UFC/g-
Yeastsmax. 100UFC/g-
E.coliNegative--
Fungusmax. 100UFC/g-

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
ISO 22000

Packaging & Availability

Approximate Weight Per Presentation
  • Approximate Weight Per Presentation - keg of 25kg

Storage & Handling

Total Shelf Life (As of production date)
  • Total Shelf Life (As of production date) - 24 months
Storage and Transport Conditions
  • Storage and Transport Conditions - Keep tightly closed in a cool and dry place, protected from sunlight, humidity and direct heat. Maximum temperature of 30 ° C and relative humidity of 75%