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L-Arginine ethyl ester dihydrochloride
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L-Arginine ethyl ester dihydrochloride is a semi-synthetic derivative of the amino acid L-arginine, widely used in research for its role in nitric oxide production, cardiovascular studies, and cell culture applications. It is also employed in sports nutrition and metabolic research due to its potential to enhance blood flow and muscle recovery. This chemical has a CAS number of 36589-29-4, with the molecular formula C8H18N4O2·2HCl and a molecular weight of 275.18 g/mol. It requires storage between 2–8°C and carries no hazard classification under standard handling conditions. Molekula supplies L-Arginine ethyl ester dihydrochloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| Specific rotation | +11.0° - +13.0° |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% |
| Chloride (Cl-) | 25.3 - 26.3% |
| Assay | ≥98.0% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.1% |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤10ppm |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤10ppm |
| Arsenic trioxide (As2O3) | ≤1ppm |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤0.03% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90031108 |
| CAS Number | 36589-29-4 |
| IUPAC Name | ethyl (2S)-2-amino-5-(diaminomethylideneamino)pentanoate;hydrochloride |
| Molecular Formula | C8H18N4O2 · 2HCl |
| Molecular Weight | 275.18 |
| Exact Mass | 238.1197 |
| SMILES | CCOC(=O)[C@H](CCCN=C(N)N)N.Cl |
| InChIKey | DUCUWLZKZPQJDY-RGMNGODLSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H18N4O2.ClH/c1-2-14-7(13)6(9)4-3-5-12-8(10)11;/h6H,2-5,9H2,1H3,(H4,10,11,12);1H/t6-;/m0./s1 |
| PubChem CID | 12896754 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 29252990 |
| Tariff Code | 2925290090 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Synonyms
- (S)-Ethyl 2-amino-5-guanidinopentanoate hydrochloride
- [(4S)-4-azaniumyl-5-ethoxy-5-oxopentyl]-(diaminomethylidene)azanium;dichloride
- Arginine ethyl ester hydrochloride
- ethyl (2S)-2-amino-5-(diaminomethylideneamino)pentanoate;hydrochloride
- H-ARG-OET 2HCL
- L-Arginine ethyl ester hydrochloride
- L-Arginine, ethyl ester, hydrochloride (1:2)
Frequently asked questions
What is L-Arginine ethyl ester dihydrochloride used for?
It is commonly used in research for studying nitric oxide production, as a precursor for L-arginine, and in cell culture media to enhance cell growth and proliferation.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is **C₈H₁₈N₄O₂·2HCl**, and the molecular weight is **275.18 g/mol**.
How should L-Arginine ethyl ester dihydrochloride be stored?
Store at **2–8°C** in a dry, well-ventilated area, protected from light and moisture.
What grades or purities does Molekula offer for this product?
Molekula supplies this product in **research-grade purity**, typically ≥98% HPLC or equivalent.
Can Molekula supply L-Arginine ethyl ester dihydrochloride in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request—contact our sales team for pricing and lead times.
What documentation comes with an order of this product?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
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