DL-Valine
Agent Name
DL-Valine
CAS Number
516-06-3
Formula
C5-H11-N-O2
Major Category
Biological Agents
Synonyms
2-Amino-3-methylbutanoic acid, DL-; 2-Amino-3-methylbutyric acid, DL-; 2-Aminoisovaleric acid, DL-; alpha-Aminoisovaleric acid, DL-; Valine, DL-; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Amino Acids and Derivatives
Description
Solid; [Merck Index] White crystalline solid; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Valine is an essential amino acid; [Merck Index] Used as a flavoring agent and nutritional supplement; [FDA]
Comments
Safe when used as a flavoring agent in food; [JECFA] May cause irritation; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
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