Nitro-L-arginine

Name: Nitro-L-arginine
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-049508

About Nitro-L-arginine

Nitro-L-arginine (CAS 2149-70-4) is a process intermediate or related compound of Arginine offered by Vaqora Chemicals. Formula C6H13N5O4, molecular weight 219.2 g/mol. The IUPAC name is (2S)-2-amino-5-[[amino(nitramido)methylidene]amino]pentanoic acid. Alternative names: Nomega-Nitro-L-arginine and N(G)-Nitro-L-arginine.

It is supplied as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Process chemists and analysts use it when developing synthetic routes to Arginine, tracking process-related impurities and validating analytical methods. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Nitro-L-arginine in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development

Industries

Related to Arginine

View every impurity, metabolite and intermediate we list for Arginine.

Arginine impurities

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Nitro-L-arginine
Catalogue No.	VQ-049508
CAS Number	2149-70-4
IUPAC name	(2S)-2-amino-5-[[amino(nitramido)methylidene]amino]pentanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₃N₅O₄
Molecular weight	219.2 g/mol
Exact mass	219.0968
InChIKey	MRAUNPAHJZDYCK-BYPYZUCNSA-N
SMILES	C(C[C@@H](C(=O)O)N)CN=C(N)N[N+](=O)[O-]
PubChem CID	440005

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	-3.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	4 / 6
TPSA	160 Å²
Synonyms	Nomega-Nitro-L-arginine, N(G)-Nitro-L-arginine, N(G)-Nitroarginine, omega-Nitroarginine, L-NG-nitroarginine, NG-nitroarginine, Ngamma-Nitro-L-arginine, N omega Nitro L Arginine, NG Nitroarginine, omega Nitroarginine, NO2Arg, NG Nitro L Arginine

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Nitro-L-arginine?

The CAS Registry Number of Nitro-L-arginine is 2149-70-4. It is also known as Nomega-Nitro-L-arginine, N(G)-Nitro-L-arginine, N(G)-Nitroarginine.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Nitro-L-arginine?

Nitro-L-arginine has the molecular formula C6H13N5O4 and a molecular weight of 219.2 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2S)-2-amino-5-[[amino(nitramido)methylidene]amino]pentanoic acid.

What is Nitro-L-arginine used for?

Nitro-L-arginine is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Arginine. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of Nitro-L-arginine can I order?

We supply Nitro-L-arginine, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Nitro-L-arginine?

Yes. Every lot of Nitro-L-arginine 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 Nitro-L-arginine be shipped internationally?

Yes. Nitro-L-arginine 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.