Description

Leu-Leu Acetate Salt is a high-purity dipeptide derivative of the essential amino acid leucine. This compound is valued for its role as a critical building block and intermediate in advanced biochemical synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and nutraceutical sectors for applications ranging from peptide synthesis to metabolic studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of more complex therapeutic peptides and peptidomimetics.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or standard in enzymatic studies, metabolic pathway analysis, and proteomics research.
• Cell Culture Media: Acts as a component in specialized cell culture formulations to support specific cellular growth and protein expression.
• Nutraceutical Development: Investigated for use in advanced dietary supplements and functional foods targeting muscle protein synthesis.
• Cosmetic Peptides: Incorporated into the development of anti-aging and skin-repair cosmetic formulations.
• Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in HPLC and LC-MS.

Basic Information

Product Name	Leu-Leu Acetate Salt
CAS No.	73237-76-0
Molecular Formula	C12H24N2O3 • xC2H4O2
Molecular Weight	244.33 (free base)
Synonyms	L-Leucyl-L-leucine acetate; Leu-Leu dipeptide acetate salt; H-Leu-Leu-OH acetate; N-(L-Leucyl)-L-leucine acetate; L-Leucine, L-leucyl-, acetate (salt); Dipeptide Leu-Leu acetate; LL acetate; Acetic acid, compd. with L-leucyl-L-leucine
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Quality Control

Our Leu-Leu Acetate Salt 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 stringent specifications for research and production use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and safety parameters are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a desiccated environment to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation	[α]²⁰D: Specific range available on COA
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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