(S) -Leucic acid
Hydroxyisocaproic acid is an end product of leucine metabolism in human tissues such as muscle and connective tissue. It belongs to 2-hydroxycarboxylic acid group of amino acid metabolites. Hydroxyisocaproic acid functions as an “anti-catabolite” and is widely used in the bodybuilding community. Chronic alpha-hydroxyisocaproic acid treatment of rats has been shown to improve muscle recovery after immobilization-induced atrophy. Additionally a 4-week hydroxyisocaproic acid supplementation of 1.5 g a day was shown to lead to increases in muscle mass during an intensive training period among soccer athletes.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
13748-90-8
Product Name Alternative
(S) - (?) -2-Hydroxyisocaproic acid | Hydroxyisocaproic acid | L-LEUCIC ACID
Purity
>98% (HPLC)
Solubility
DMSO:196.7 mM
Smiles
CC (C) C[C@H] (O) C (O) =O
Molecular Formula
C6H12O3
Molecular Weight
132.16
Storage Conditions
Storage temperature: -20°C. Stability: ≥ 2 years
Notes
For research use only.
Other Product Names
(S) -2-hydroxy-4-methylpentanoic acid
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