Compound Q&A
What is D-Leucine (CAS: 328-38-1)?
Answer
D-Leucine is a synthetic amino acid, specifically the D-enantiomer of leucine, which is a branched-chain amino acid essential for protein synthesis. Its chemical formula is C6H13NO2. It is commonly used in biochemical research and has similar chemical properties to L-Leucine, though it exhibits different biological activities due to its stereochemistry.
About
CAS No
328-38-1
English Name
D-Leucine
Molecular Formula
C6H13NO2
Molecular Weight
131.18 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C)CC(C(=O)O)N
InChIKey
ROHFNLRQFUQHCH-RXMQYKEDSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
