L-Lysine

• CAT Number: R051400
• CAS Number: 56-87-1
• Molecular Formula: C6H14N2O2
• Molecular Weight: 146.19
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: H-Lys-OH; (+)-S-Lysine; (S)-2,6-Diaminohexanoic Acid; (S)-Lysine; (S)-α,ε-Diaminocaproic Acid; Aminutrin; Biolys; (S)- 2,6-diamino-Hexanoic Acid; L-(+)-Lysine; L-2,6-Diaminocaproic Acid; L-Lys; 6-Amino-L-norleucine; Lysine; Lysine Acid; Malandil; α-L
• Storage: 3 years -20C powder
• IUPAC Name: (2S)-2,6-diaminohexanoic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C6H14N2O2/c7-4-2-1-3-5(8)6(9)10/h5H,1-4,7-8H2,(H,9,10)/t5-/m0/s1
• InChIKey: KDXKERNSBIXSRK-YFKPBYRVSA-N
• SMILES: C(CCN)CC(C(=O)O)N

L-Lysine(CAT: R051400) s an essential amino acid that is important for protein synthesis and plays a vital role in many physiological functions in the body. L-Lysine is found in many food sources, including meat, fish, dairy products, and legumes. L-Lysine supplements are commonly used to help prevent and treat cold sores caused by the herpes simplex virus. L-Lysine is also believed to have immune-enhancing properties and has been studied for its potential role in reducing anxiety and improving cognitive function.

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