Leucine is a branched-chain α-amino acid. Leucine is classified as a hydrophobic amino acid due to its aliphatic isobutyl side chain.
Leucine has been used as a molecular marker in the recovery of DNA from palaeontological samples for PCR analysis.
Key Applications: Molecular marker, PCR Analysis
Application Areas: Molecular biology
Product Type: Biochemicals
Biochemical Category: Amino Acids & Peptides
Chemical Class: Amino Acids & Peptides
Density: 1.293 g/mL (Lit.)
Melting Point: 295°C (Lit.)
Optical Rotation: +14.5 ° to +16.5 ° (Lit.)
Presentation: Fine, White Powder
Format: Powder
Isoelectric point (pI): 6.04(Lit.)
pKa: 2.33 (-COOH), 9.74 (-NH2)(Lit.)
Loss on Drying: ≤0.2%
Solubility: Soluble in water (25 mg/mL); sparingly soluble in alcohol.
Storage & Handling: Room Temperature