L-Arginine
| Product Name | L-Arginine |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 74-79-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H14N4O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 174.20 g/mol |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Assay (HPLC) | 99.0% – 100.5% |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 0.5% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% |
| Heavy Metals | ≤ 10 ppm |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water; slightly soluble in ethanol |
| Particle Size | 80 mesh (customizable) |
| Package | 25 kg fiber drum with double polyethylene liner |
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Synonyms: (S)-2-Amino-5-guanidinopentanoic acid, L-Arg, Arg, (S)-2-Amino-5-[(aminoiminomethyl)amino]pentanoic acid
L-Arginine is a conditionally essential amino acid that serves as a key precursor to nitric oxide, creatine, and polyamines. Produced via microbial fermentation and purified to high purity, it meets USP/EP/AJI standards for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical use.
As a versatile raw material, L-Arginine is widely employed in sports nutrition, cardiovascular health supplements, wound healing formulations, and parenteral nutrition. Its ability to support vasodilation and protein synthesis makes it a staple in both clinical and consumer health products.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Assay (HPLC) | 99.0% – 100.5% |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Specific Rotation | +26.0° to +28.0° (dry basis) |
| pH (5% solution) | 10.5 – 12.0 |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 0.5% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% |
| Heavy Metals | ≤ 10 ppm |
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