Leucine

ليوسين

KindExcipient
ClassLubricant / anti-adherent
SynonymsL-Leucine
Common uses / formsAnti-adherent/lubricant in DPI blends and effervescent/chewable tablets; ~1–5% w/w
PropertiesCrystalline amino acid; low water solubility; surface-active shell former in inhalation particles
CompendiaUSP, EP, BP, JP
Sourcing originsChina, Japan, EU
Dominant inbound routeHormuz
Indicative price band$$ ($10–100 / kg)
Indicative lead timemedium (50–80 days)
NotesCommon in dry-powder inhaler and effervescent formulations
Indicative planning bands for reference/education — not supplier quotes. Sourcing routes reflect the dominant inbound lane to the Arab region.

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Cite as: AUPAM Experts' Office, Leucine — sourcing profile (Excipient) — AUPAM Data Bank, retrieved 2026-08-31, https://aupameo.org/datasets/databank/e-leucine.html