Met-Leu

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Met-Leu Structure
Met-Leu structure
Common Name Met-Leu
CAS Number 14486-16-9 Molecular Weight 262.36900
Density N/A Boiling Point N/A
Molecular Formula C11H22N2O3S Melting Point N/A
MSDS Chinese USA Flash Point N/A

 Use of Met-Leu


(S)-2-((S)-2-Amino-4-(methylthio)butanamido)-4-methylpentanoic acid is a leucine derivative[1].

 Names

Name 2-[(2-amino-4-methylsulfanylbutanoyl)amino]-4-methylpentanoic acid
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 Met-Leu Biological Activity

Description (S)-2-((S)-2-Amino-4-(methylthio)butanamido)-4-methylpentanoic acid is a leucine derivative[1].
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In Vitro Amino acids and amino acid derivatives have been commercially used as ergogenic supplements. They influence the secretion of anabolic hormones, supply of fuel during exercise, mental performance during stress related tasks and prevent exercise induced muscle damage. They are recognized to be beneficial as ergogenic dietary substances[1].
References

[1]. Luckose F, et al. Effects of amino acid derivatives on physical, mental, and physiological activities. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr. 2015;55(13):1793-1144.

 Chemical & Physical Properties

Molecular Formula C11H22N2O3S
Molecular Weight 262.36900
Exact Mass 262.13500
PSA 117.72000
LogP 1.77350

 Safety Information

RIDADR NONH for all modes of transport
WGK Germany 3

 Articles2

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A continuous assay for peptide deformylase has been developed using a formylated dipeptide, formyl-Met-Leu-p-nitroanilide, as substrate. Removal of the formyl group by a peptide deformylase renders th...

 Synonyms

Met-Leu
L-Met-L-Leu