Description

H-Met-Leu-Oh CAS NO 14486-16-9 is a high-purity dipeptide derivative composed of methionine and leucine amino acid residues. This compound serves as a critical building block and intermediate in advanced pharmaceutical synthesis and biochemical research. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and peptide synthesis sectors for developing novel therapeutic agents and conducting metabolic studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex peptide-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or substrate in enzymatic studies, metabolic pathway analysis, and proteomics research.
• Peptide Synthesis: An essential building block in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis for creating custom peptide sequences.
• Nutraceutical Development: Investigated for potential applications in specialized nutritional supplements and bioactive compounds.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical reference standard for quality control and method development in laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	H-Met-Leu-Oh
CAS No.	14486-16-9
Molecular Formula	C11H22N2O3S
Molecular Weight	262.37 g/mol
Synonyms	Methionylleucine; L-Methionyl-L-leucine; H-Met-Leu-OH; Methionine-Leucine dipeptide; L-Met-L-Leu; N-(L-Methionyl)-L-leucine; 2-[(2-Amino-4-methylsulfanylbutanoyl)amino]-4-methylpentanoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our H-Met-Leu-Oh is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis, and residual solvent screening, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and pharmaceutical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccated conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.