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L-Leucine Powder – Pharmaceutical Grade

Cat No.: BA-1009

Essential Branched-Chain Amino Acid (BCAA) for Sports Nutrition & Formulation Use

Product Identification

Product Name: L-Leucine
Grade: Pharmaceutical Grade
Form: Fine crystalline powder
Chemical Name: (S)-2-Amino-4-methylpentanoic acid
Molecular Formula: C₆H₁₃NO₂
Molecular Weight: 131.17 g/mol

Product Overview

L-Leucine is an essential branched-chain amino acid (BCAA) naturally found in dietary proteins and widely used in sports nutrition, food supplementation, and pharmaceutical formulation. As an essential amino acid, it cannot be synthesised by the human body and must be obtained from dietary sources.

Ausamics L-Leucine Powder is supplied in pharmaceutical grade quality, offering high purity, consistent particle size, and excellent stability. It is suitable for use as a raw material in nutritional supplements, functional foods, and research or formulation applications.

Key Characteristics

Pharmaceutical grade purity with controlled specifications
High chemical purity and consistency
Free-flowing, odourless white powder
Suitable for food, supplement, and formulation use
No added fillers, flavours, or excipients

Functional Role

L-Leucine plays a recognised role in normal protein metabolism and is commonly included in formulations designed to support:

Normal muscle protein synthesis as part of a balanced diet
Amino acid supplementation in sports and active nutrition
Protein-based nutritional products and formulations

Any physiological effects depend on total dietary intake and overall nutrition.

Typical Applications

Sports & Active Nutrition

Ingredient in amino acid blends and BCAA formulations
Component of protein powders, capsules, and tablets

Food & Supplement Manufacturing

Nutritional supplements and functional foods
Medical nutrition and specialised dietary products

Pharmaceutical & Research Use

Excipient or active ingredient in formulation development
Biochemical and nutritional research applications

Typical Specifications

Assay (L-Leucine): ≥ 98.5 %
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water
Optical Rotation: Conforms to specification

(Exact values are provided in the batch-specific Certificate of Analysis.)

Suggested Use (General Information Only)

L-Leucine is commonly used as a dietary amino acid ingredient in food and supplement formulations. Typical intake levels vary depending on dietary needs, total protein intake, and product format.

This information is provided for general reference only and does not constitute medical or nutritional advice.

Storage & Stability

Store in a cool, dry place
Keep container tightly closed
Protect from moisture and direct sunlight
Stable under recommended storage conditions

Ingredients

100 % Pure L-Leucine (Pharmaceutical Grade)

Intended Use

Supplied as a pharmaceutical-grade amino acid raw material suitable for food, supplement, and formulation use where permitted.

Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Not a therapeutic good.

Quality & Supply Assurance

Manufactured under controlled conditions
Supplied with Certificate of Analysis (COA)
Consistent batch-to-batch quality
Technical support available from Ausamics Life Science

Customs & Trade Information

HS / AHECC Code: 2922.49.00
Amino acids and their derivatives