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L-Lysine monohydrochloride
L-Lysine monohydrochloride is a crystalline amino acid salt used in nutritional supplements, animal feed, and pharmaceutical formulations. It serves as a source of lysine, an essential amino acid critical for protein synthesis and metabolic processes. Available in powder form, it has a molecular weight of 182.65 g/mol, a CAS number of 657-27-2, and a molecular formula of C6H14N2O2 · HCl. It is stable at ambient temperatures and has no signal word. Molekula supplies L-Lysine monohydrochloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
L-Lysine monohydrochloride is a crystalline amino acid salt used in nutritional supplements, animal feed, and pharmaceutical formulations. It serves as a source of lysine, an essential amino acid critical for protein synthesis and metabolic processes. Available in powder form, it has a molecular weight of 182.65 g/mol, a CAS number of 657-27-2, and a molecular formula of C6H14N2O2 · HCl. It is stable at ambient temperatures and has no signal word. Molekula supplies L-Lysine monohydrochloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Specific rotation | +20.4 to +21.4° |
| Heavy metals | ≤0.0015% |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.40% |
| Chloride (Cl) | 19.0 - 19.6% |
| Assay | 98.5 - 101.5% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.10% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤0.003% |
| Sulphate (SO4) | ≤0.03% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 657-27-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H14N2O2 · HCl |
| Molecular Weight | 182.65 |
| SMILES | Cl.O=C(O)C(N)CCCCN |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29224100 |
| Tariff Code | 2922410020 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is L-Lysine monohydrochloride used for?
It is primarily used as a nutritional supplement and feed additive to support protein synthesis and growth in animals and humans.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of L-Lysine monohydrochloride?
The formula is C6H14N2O2 · HCl with a molecular weight of 182.65 g/mol.
How should L-Lysine monohydrochloride be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of L-Lysine monohydrochloride does Molekula supply?
We supply pharmaceutical and food-grade L-Lysine monohydrochloride.
Can Molekula supply L-Lysine monohydrochloride in bulk?
Yes, we offer bulk quantities for industrial and commercial applications.
What documentation comes with an order of L-Lysine monohydrochloride?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS).
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