L-Valine — BCAA Amino Acid Supplier, Hyderabad
Product Overview
L-Valine is an essential branched-chain amino acid (BCAA) that plays a critical role in muscle metabolism, protein synthesis, and energy production during exercise. As one of the three BCAAs alongside leucine and isoleucine, it is a key component of BCAA supplement formulations, parenteral amino acid solutions, and sports nutrition products.
Specifications
| CAS Number | 72-18-4 |
| Molecular Formula | C₅H₁₁NO₂ |
| Molecular Weight | 117.15 g/mol |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Assay | 98.5–101.5% |
| Specific Rotation | +5.63° to +6.24° |
| Loss on Drying | NMT 0.3% |
| Grades | IP / BP / EP / USP |
| Packaging | 25 kg HDPE bags |
Applications
- BCAA sports nutrition supplement formulations
- Muscle recovery and protein synthesis support
- Parenteral amino acid and TPN solutions
- Hepatic encephalopathy pharmaceutical treatment
- Inborn errors of metabolism management
- Workout and endurance performance products
Why Source from Surravi Phharma?
- Ready stock maintained in our centralised AC warehouse, Hyderabad
- IP / BP / EP / USP grades available
- Complete documentation: COA, MSDS, Regulatory certifications
- Flexible quantities — lab scale to bulk commercial
- Prompt delivery with pan India logistics support
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy L-Valine BCAA pharma grade in Hyderabad?
Surravi Phharma supplies L-Valine in IP, BP, EP, and USP grades in Hyderabad with ready stock. L-Valine is an essential branched-chain amino acid used in BCAA sports nutrition formulations, parenteral amino acid solutions, and hepatic encephalopathy treatment. Call +91 8008002576 for bulk pricing.
What specific function does L-Valine serve in BCAA formulations that Leucine and Isoleucine do not cover?
While Leucine primarily drives mTOR-mediated protein synthesis and Isoleucine supports glucose uptake, L-Valine has a distinct role in nitrogen balance and the transport of nitrogen across muscle tissue. Valine can donate its amine group for Alanine synthesis — the primary amino acid used by muscle to export nitrogen to the liver during exercise (the glucose-alanine cycle). This nitrogen-shuttling role helps prevent hyperammonaemia (toxic ammonia accumulation) during intense exercise. Valine also supports central nervous system function by competing with Tryptophan for blood-brain barrier transport, potentially reducing exercise-induced central fatigue.
Is L-Valine safe for individuals with Maple Syrup Urine Disease (MSUD)?
No. Maple Syrup Urine Disease (MSUD) is a rare autosomal recessive disorder caused by deficiency of Branched-Chain Alpha-Keto Acid Dehydrogenase — the enzyme that catabolises all three BCAAs. Patients with MSUD cannot metabolise Leucine, Isoleucine, or Valine, leading to toxic accumulation that causes brain damage and death if untreated. BCAA supplements including L-Valine are contraindicated in MSUD. These patients require specialised metabolic formulas that exclude BCAAs and provide all other essential amino acids. BCAA product labelling should include a MSUD contraindication warning.