| Formula / Notation | C6H13NO2 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 73-32-5 |
| Molecular Weight | 131.17 |
| Melting Point | 285.5 dec °C |
| Boiling Point | Sublimes at 168-170 °C |
| Solubility | 34400 mg/L (at 25 °C) |
| Appearance | Waxy shiny solid; [Merck Index] White solid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] |
| Also Known As | (2S,3S)-2-amino-3-methylpentanoic acid; Isoleucine; 73-32-5; (2S,3S)-2-Amino-3-methylpentanoic acid; 2S,3S-Isoleucine; (S)-Isoleucine; (S,S)-Isoleucine; 2-Amino-3-methylvaleric acid; erythro-L-Isoleucine; L-Ile |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is L-Isoleucine?
L-isoleucine is the L-enantiomer of isoleucine. It has a role as a mouse metabolite, a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite, a plant metabolite, an Escherichia coli metabolite, a human metabolite and an algal metabolite. It is a L-alpha-amino acid, an aspartate family amino acid, an isoleucine and a proteinogenic amino acid. It is a conjugate base of a L-isoleucinium. It is a conjugate acid of a L-isoleucinate. It is an enantiomer of a D-isoleucine. It is a tautomer of a L-isoleucine zwitterion.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: (2S,3S)-2-amino-3-methylpentanoic acid
Other Names / Synonyms: (2S,3S)-2-amino-3-methylpentanoic acid; Isoleucine; 73-32-5; (2S,3S)-2-Amino-3-methylpentanoic acid; 2S,3S-Isoleucine; (S)-Isoleucine; (S,S)-Isoleucine; 2-Amino-3-methylvaleric acid; erythro-L-Isoleucine; L-Ile
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 285.5 dec °C |
| Boiling Point | Sublimes at 168-170 °C |
| Molecular Weight | 131.17 |
| Solubility | 34400 mg/L (at 25 °C) |
| Appearance | Waxy shiny solid; [Merck Index] White solid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
L-isoleucine is the L-enantiomer of isoleucine. It has a role as a mouse metabolite, a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite, a plant metabolite, an Escherichia coli metabolite, a human metabolite and an algal metabolite. It is a L-alpha-amino acid, an aspartate family amino acid, an isoleucine and a proteinogenic amino acid. It is a conjugate base of a L-isoleucinium. It is a conjugate acid of a L-isoleucinate. It is an enantiomer of a D-isoleucine. It is a tautomer of a L-isoleucine zwitterion.
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for L-Isoleucine is: C6H13NO2