L-Valine CAS No. 72-18-4

Pharmaceutical Materials 2025-03-20

Product Name

L-Valine

L-Multiple Names

Valine;

L-2-Amino-3-Methylbutyric Acid;

M-Valine, FCC Grade L-2-Amino-3-Methylbutyric Acid,

FCC Grade;

H-Val-OH;

2-Amino-3-Methylbutanoic Acid;

Lvaline;

L-2-Aminoisovaleric Acid;

(S) -(+)-2-Amino-3-Methylbutyric Acid;

1-2-Amino-3-Methylbutyric Acid;

Valine

CAS No. 72-18-4;7004-03-7

EC No. 200-773-6

MF No. C5H11NO2

MW No. 117.1478

It is used in biochemical research, preparation of tissue culture medium, and in medicine as amino acid nutrition medicine and amino acid medicine. Nutritional supplement, which can be used as the main component of amino acid infusion and comprehensive amino acid preparation.

Advantage of L-Valine CAS No. 72-18-4

It can also improve flavor when used in bread

Stable to heat, light and air

Soluble in water (8.85g/100ml, 25 ℃)

 

Aspect Details
Chemical Name L-Valine
CAS Number 72-18-4
Synonyms L-2-Amino-3-methylbutanoic acid, (S)-α-Aminoisovaleric acid, etc.
Molecular Formula C₅H₁₁NO₂
Molecular Weight 117.15 g/mol
Physical Properties
  • Appearance: White crystalline powder
  • Melting Point: 295 – 300°C (subl.)
  • Density: 1.23 g/cm³
  • Solubility: Soluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol, insoluble in ether
  • Boiling Point: 213.6 ± 23.0°C at 760 mmHg
Biological Role
  • An essential amino acid for humans
  • A branched-chain amino acid (BCAA)
  • Plays a crucial role in protein synthesis, muscle metabolism, and energy production
Applications
  • Used in pharmaceuticals as an amino acid infusion component and a medicinal intermediate
  • Employed in the food industry as a food additive and nutritional supplement
  • Applied in biochemical research and tissue culture medium preparation

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