DL-Valine CAS#516-06-3

Excellent Solubility – DL-Valine is highly soluble in water, making it easy to apply in biochemical, pharmaceutical, and nutritional formulations.

Stable Physical Properties – With a high melting point (~295℃) and defined boiling point, it offers stability for storage and processing.

Versatile Chemical Identity – Also known as DL-α-aminoisovaleric acid or DL-2-amino-3-methylbutyric acid, it provides flexibility in research and industrial applications.

High Purity and Quality – Appearing as a white crystalline powder with precise molecular characteristics (C₅H₁₁NO₂, MW 117.15), it ensures reliable and consistent performance.

Product Description

DL-Valine has the chemical formula C₅H₁₁NO₂ and a molecular weight of approximately 117.15. It is also referred to as DL-α-aminoisovaleric acid or DL-2-amino-3-methylbutyric acid. It appears as a white crystalline powder, with a melting point of about 295℃ and a boiling point of 213.6℃ at 760 mmHg. Its specific rotation is -0.6 to +0.6° (20°C/D)(c=8, HCl). DL-Valine is hygroscopic and easily dissolves in water.

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Chemical Properties

Melting point 295 °C (dec.) (lit.)
Alpha -0.6~+0.6° (20℃/D)(c=8, HCl)
Boiling point 213.6±23.0 °C(Predicted)
Density 1.31
FEMA 3444 | D,L-VALINE
Refractive index 1.4650 (estimate)
Storage tempKeep in dark place,Inert atmosphere,Room temperature
Solubility Water (Slightly, Sonicated)
PkaPK1:2.32(+1);pK2:9.61(0) (25°C)
Form Crystalline Powder
Color White
OdorOdorless
Odor TypeOdorless
Biological sourceSynthetic
Water Solubility 68 g/L
JECFA Number1426
Merck 14,9909
BRN 506689
LogP0.29
CAS DataBase Reference516-06-3(CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemistry ReferenceDL-Valine(516-06-3)
EPA Substance Registry SystemValine (516-06-3)

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Product Application
DL-Valine is an important amino acid involved in protein synthesis and is widely used in amino acid infusion products and nutritional supplements. It also serves as a nutrient enhancer in food and animal feed, as well as a useful compound in biochemical research and related applications.

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