L-Arginine, reagent grade, ≥98%

Name: L-Arginine, reagent grade, ≥98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-002120

About L-Arginine, reagent grade, ≥98%

Listed under CAS 74-79-3, L-Arginine is an amino acid derivative available from Vaqora Chemicals in Reagent grade with a typical assay of ≥98%. Formula C6H14N4O2, molecular weight 174.2 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is (2S)-2-amino-5-(diaminomethylideneamino)pentanoic acid. It is also known as (S)-2-Amino-5-guanidinopentanoic acid or arginine.

It is supplied as a white powder. Literature values give a melting point of 222 °C (dec.). Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 1 hazard statement. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for peptide synthesis, cell culture media and biochemical research. It is used across academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Standard pack sizes are 100 g, 500 g, 1 kg and 25 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Peptide synthesis
Cell culture media
Biochemical research

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	L-Arginine, reagent grade, ≥98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-002120
CAS Number	74-79-3
IUPAC name	(2S)-2-amino-5-(diaminomethylideneamino)pentanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₄N₄O₂
Molecular weight	174.2 g/mol
Exact mass	174.1117
Grade	Reagent
Purity / assay	≥98%
HSN code	29224990
InChIKey	ODKSFYDXXFIFQN-BYPYZUCNSA-N
SMILES	C(C[C@@H](C(=O)O)N)CN=C(N)N
PubChem CID	6322

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White powder
Melting point	222 °C (dec.)
LogP (XLogP3)	-4.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	4 / 4
TPSA	128 Å²
Synonyms	(S)-2-Amino-5-guanidinopentanoic acid, arginine, L-(+)-Arginine, L-Arg, L-alpha-Amino-delta-guanidinovaleric acid, L-Arginin, 2-amino-5-guanidinovaleric acid, (2S)-2-amino-5-carbamimidamidopentanoic acid, (S)-2-Amino-5-((aminoiminomethyl)amino)pentanoic acid, (S)-2-Amino-5-guanidinovaleric acid, (2S)-2-amino-5-guanidinopentanoic acid, (S)-2-Amino-5-[(aminoiminomethyl)amino]pentanoic acid

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements: P264 + P265, P280, P305 + P351 + P338, P337 + P317

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

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Biochemistry

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Formula: C₆H₁₄N₄O₂
MW: 174.2 g/mol

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Formula: C₆H₁₄N₄O₂
MW: 174.2 g/mol

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BP/USP/EP / Cell Cult…

L-Arginine, BP/USP/EP, cell culture tested

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Formula: C₆H₁₄N₄O₂
MW: 174.2 g/mol

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Cell Culture

L-Arginine, cell culture tested

CAS: 74-79-3
Formula: C₆H₁₄N₄O₂
MW: 174.2 g/mol

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IP/USP

L-Arginine, IP/USP 98.50–101.50%

CAS: 74-79-3
Formula: C₆H₁₄N₄O₂
MW: 174.2 g/mol

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of L-Arginine, reagent grade, ≥98%?

The CAS Registry Number of L-Arginine, reagent grade, ≥98% is 74-79-3. It is also known as (S)-2-Amino-5-guanidinopentanoic acid, arginine, L-(+)-Arginine.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of L-Arginine, reagent grade, ≥98%?

L-Arginine, reagent grade, ≥98% has the molecular formula C6H14N4O2 and a molecular weight of 174.2 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2S)-2-amino-5-(diaminomethylideneamino)pentanoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of L-Arginine, reagent grade, ≥98% can I order?

We supply L-Arginine, reagent grade, ≥98% in Reagent (≥98%) grade, in 100 g, 500 g, 1 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with L-Arginine, reagent grade, ≥98%?

Yes. Every lot of L-Arginine, reagent grade, ≥98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can L-Arginine, reagent grade, ≥98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. L-Arginine, reagent grade, ≥98% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.