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L-tert-Leucine

SKU 90030479 CAS 20859-02-3 Available on enquiry

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L-tert-Leucine is a non-proteinogenic amino acid used primarily as a chiral building block in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. This product is identified by CAS number 20859-02-3 and carries no signal word for hazard classification. Molekula supplies L-tert-Leucine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU
90030479
CAS Number
20859-02-3
IUPAC Name
(2S)-2-amino-3,3-dimethylbutanoic acid
Exact Mass
131.0946
SMILES
CC(C)(C)[C@@H](C(=O)O)N
InChIKey
NPDBDJFLKKQMCM-SCSAIBSYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C6H13NO2/c1-6(2,3)4(7)5(8)9/h4H,7H2,1-3H3,(H,8,9)/t4-/m1/s1
PubChem CID
164608

Synonyms

  • (2S)-2-amino-3,3-dimethylbutanoic acid
  • (S)-2-AMINO-3,3-DIMETHYLBUTANOIC ACID
  • (S)-2-Amino-3,3-dimethylbutyric acid
  • (s)-tert-butylglycine
  • (S)-TERT-LEUCINE
  • 2(S)-amino-3,3-dimethyl-butyric acid
  • 3-methyl-l-valin
  • 3-Methyl-l-valine
  • H-TLE-OH
  • L-Valine, 3-methyl-

Frequently asked questions

What is L-tert-Leucine used for?

L-tert-Leucine is primarily used as a chiral building block in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and as a ligand in asymmetric catalysis.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of L-tert-Leucine?

The chemical formula for L-tert-Leucine is C6H13NO2 and it has a molecular weight of 131.17 g/mol.

How should L-tert-Leucine be stored?

It should be stored in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container, typically at room temperature, away from incompatible substances.

What grade of L-tert-Leucine is available?

Please contact our sales team or check the product page on our website for the specific purity and grade currently in stock.

Can Molekula supply L-tert-Leucine in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply L-tert-Leucine in bulk quantities to meet your specific manufacturing or research requirements.

What documentation comes with the order?

Every order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) to ensure full regulatory compliance.

Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.

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