Specification
Description
L-lysine hydrochloride is an essential amino acid for humans with various benefits including treating herpes, increasing calcium absorption, reducing diabetes-related illnesses and improving gut health.
Synonyms
L-Lysine monohydrochloride
IUPAC Name
(2S)-2,6-diaminohexanoic acid;hydrochloride
Canonical SMILES
C(CCN)C[C@@H](C(=O)O)N.Cl
InChI
InChI=1S/C6H14N2O2.ClH/c7-4-2-1-3-5(8)6(9)10;/h5H,1-4,7-8H2,(H,9,10);1H/t5-;/m0./s1
InChI Key
BVHLGVCQOALMSV-JEDNCBNOSA-N
Melting Point
263 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Appearance
White to off-white powder
pH
5.5-6.0 (100g/l, H2O, 20°C)
Solubility In Water
65 g/100mL (20 ºC)