Technical Data:
CAS No. 61-90-5
Molecular formula C₆H₁₃NO₂
Molecular weight 131.17
Appearance white crystal or crystalline powder
Solubility soluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol,
insoluble in ether
Specific Rotation 14.9~16.0°
Amino Acid content 98.0~101.5%
Usage
Belongs to the human body essential amino acids, adult men need 2.2g / d, for the normal growth of infants and adults necessary to maintain normal nitrogen balance. Mainly as a nutritional supplements, hypoglycemic and promote growth. According to China's GB2760-96 provisions can be used as spices.