L-Leucine Powder (Food Grade) | High Purity BCAA | Benario
L-Leucine Powder – Pharmaceutical Grade
Cat No.: BA-1009
Essential Branched-Chain Amino Acid (BCAA) for Sports Nutrition & Formulation Use
Product Identification
Product Name: L-Leucine
Grade: Pharmaceutical Grade
Form: Fine crystalline powder
Chemical Name: (S)-2-Amino-4-methylpentanoic acid
Molecular Formula: C₆H₁₃NO₂
Molecular Weight: 131.17 g/mol
Product Overview
L-Leucine is an essential branched-chain amino acid (BCAA) naturally found in dietary proteins and widely used in sports nutrition, food supplementation, and pharmaceutical formulation. As an essential amino acid, it cannot be synthesised by the human body and must be obtained from dietary sources.
Ausamics L-Leucine Powder is supplied in pharmaceutical grade quality, offering high purity, consistent particle size, and excellent stability. It is suitable for use as a raw material in nutritional supplements, functional foods, and research or formulation applications.
Key Characteristics
Pharmaceutical grade purity with controlled specifications
High chemical purity and consistency
Free-flowing, odourless white powder
Suitable for food, supplement, and formulation use
No added fillers, flavours, or excipients
Functional Role
L-Leucine plays a recognised role in normal protein metabolism and is commonly included in formulations designed to support:
Normal muscle protein synthesis as part of a balanced diet
Amino acid supplementation in sports and active nutrition
Protein-based nutritional products and formulations
Any physiological effects depend on total dietary intake and overall nutrition.
Typical Applications
Sports & Active Nutrition
Ingredient in amino acid blends and BCAA formulations
Component of protein powders, capsules, and tablets
Food & Supplement Manufacturing
Nutritional supplements and functional foods
Medical nutrition and specialised dietary products
Pharmaceutical & Research Use
Excipient or active ingredient in formulation development
Biochemical and nutritional research applications
Typical Specifications
Assay (L-Leucine): ≥ 98.5 %
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water
Optical Rotation: Conforms to specification
(Exact values are provided in the batch-specific Certificate of Analysis.)
Suggested Use (General Information Only)
L-Leucine is commonly used as a dietary amino acid ingredient in food and supplement formulations. Typical intake levels vary depending on dietary needs, total protein intake, and product format.
This information is provided for general reference only and does not constitute medical or nutritional advice.
Storage & Stability
Store in a cool, dry place
Keep container tightly closed
Protect from moisture and direct sunlight
Stable under recommended storage conditions
Ingredients
100 % Pure L-Leucine (Pharmaceutical Grade)
Intended Use
Supplied as a pharmaceutical-grade amino acid raw material suitable for food, supplement, and formulation use where permitted.
Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Not a therapeutic good.
Quality & Supply Assurance
Manufactured under controlled conditions
Supplied with Certificate of Analysis (COA)
Consistent batch-to-batch quality
Technical support available from Ausamics Life Science
Customs & Trade Information
HS / AHECC Code: 2922.49.00
Amino acids and their derivatives