| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
L-Lysine | 【Synonyms】
(2S)-2,6-Diaminohexanoic acid
2,6-Diamino hexanoic acid
alpha,epsilon-Diaminocaproic acid
Lys (Iupac abbreviation)
Lysine
Lysine acid | 【CAS】
56-87-1 | 【Formula】
C6H14N2O2 | 【Molecular Weight】
146.19 | 【EINECS】
200-294-2 | 【RTECS】
OL5540000 | 【RTECS Class】
Mutagen; Reproductive Effector | 【Merck】
12,5667 | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
1722531 | 【Beilstein Reference】
4-04-00-02717 |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Appearance】
White to yellow powder. | 【Solubility in water】
Very freely soluble | 【Melting Point】
196 | 【Boiling Point】
290 | 【pKa/pKb】
2.16(at 25℃) (pKa) | 【Partition Coefficient】
-1.15 | 【Usage】
Food enrichment, nutrient. |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
Seek medical attention. If individual is drowsy or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth; place individual on the left side with the head down. Contact a physician, medical facility, or poison control center for advice about whether to induce vomiting. If possible, do not leave individual unattended. | 【Inhalation】
Although inhalation of common dust may not be considered toxic, it is certainly a hazard if there is inhalation of too many particles. Individuals should be removed from exposure to too high a concentration of even relatively non-toxic substances. | 【Skin】
Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed area with soap and water. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. Launder clothing before reuse. | 【Eyes】
Foreign materials in the eye may not cause a toxic reaction, but injury from a foreign body may occur. In such cases, the patient should be observed for eye irritation and should seek medical assistance if the irritation becomes significant. |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【Storage】
Store in a cool, dry location in a tightly sealed container. | 【Handling】
Avoid inhalation and contact. Avoid prolonged and repeated exposure. |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【Personal Protection】
Chemical splash goggles in compliance with OSHA regulations are advised; however, OSHA regulations also permit other type safety glasses. Whre chemical resistant gloves. To prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact, wear impervious clothing and boots. | 【Respirators】
NIOSH approved respirator. | 【Exposure Effects】
Causes irritation. May be harmful by inhalation, ingestion or inhalation. |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Flash Point】
211 | 【Fire Fighting】
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. | 【Upper exp. limit】
10.1 | 【Lower exp. limit】
1.2 |
| Accidental Release Measures | Back to Contents | 【Small spills/leaks】
Wear approved protective equipment. Sweep up and place in a bag for disposal. Avoid raising dust. Ventilate area. Wash spill site after material is removed. |
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