L-Lysine, base, 99%
Synonyms: (S)-2,6-Diaminocaproic acid · lysine · lysine acid · h-Lys-oh
L-Lysine, base (CAS 56-87-1) – amino acid derivative, Extra Pure grade, 99%. C6H14N2O2, MW 146.19. Request a quote: COA, bulk packs and worldwide export.
About L-Lysine, base, 99%
Listed under CAS 56-87-1, L-Lysine, base is an amino acid derivative available from Vaqora Chemicals (Extra Pure grade) at a purity of 99%. Formula C6H14N2O2, molecular weight 146.19 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is (2S)-2,6-diaminohexanoic acid. It is also known as (S)-2,6-Diaminocaproic acid or lysine.
It is supplied as a white to light yellow crystalline powder. Literature values give a density of ~1.1 g/cm3 (Predicted). Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Handle it with standard laboratory precautions and appropriate personal protective equipment.
It is commonly used for peptide synthesis, cell culture media, biochemical research and organic synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.
Vaqora Chemicals supplies L-Lysine, base in 5 g, 10 g, 25 g and 100 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.
Typical applications
- Peptide synthesis
- Cell culture media
- Biochemical research
- Organic synthesis
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Specifications & identifiers
| Product name | L-Lysine, base, 99% |
|---|---|
| Catalogue No. | VQ-002141 |
| CAS Number | 56-87-1 |
| IUPAC name | (2S)-2,6-diaminohexanoic acid |
| Molecular formula | C6H14N2O2 |
| Molecular weight | 146.19 g/mol |
| Exact mass | 146.1055 |
| Grade | Extra Pure |
| Purity / assay | 99% |
| HSN code | 29224100 |
| InChIKey | KDXKERNSBIXSRK-YFKPBYRVSA-N |
| SMILES | C(CCN)C[C@@H](C(=O)O)N |
| PubChem CID | 5962 |
| Physical form | Powder |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to light yellow crystalline powder |
| Density | ~1.1 g/cm3 (Predicted) |
| LogP (XLogP3) | -3 |
| H-bond donors / acceptors | 3 / 4 |
| TPSA | 89.3 Ų |
| Synonyms | (S)-2,6-Diaminocaproic acid, lysine, lysine acid, h-Lys-oh, (S)-Lysine, Aminutrin, alpha-Lysine, (S)-2,6-Diaminohexanoic acid, L-lys, (S)-alpha,epsilon-Diaminocaproic acid, LYS (IUPAC abbreviation), L-2,6-Diaminocaproic acid |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of L-Lysine, base, 99%?
The CAS Registry Number of L-Lysine, base, 99% is 56-87-1. It is also known as (S)-2,6-Diaminocaproic acid, lysine, lysine acid.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of L-Lysine, base, 99%?
L-Lysine, base, 99% has the molecular formula C6H14N2O2 and a molecular weight of 146.19 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2S)-2,6-diaminohexanoic acid.
Which grade and pack sizes of L-Lysine, base, 99% can I order?
We supply L-Lysine, base, 99% in Extra Pure (99%) grade, in 5 g, 10 g, 25 g, 100 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-Lysine, base, 99%?
Yes. Every lot of L-Lysine, base, 99% 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-Lysine, base, 99% be shipped internationally?
Yes. We export L-Lysine, base, 99% worldwide by air and sea freight or express courier, on EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP Incoterms, with full export documentation.
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