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DL-Lysine (CAS 70-54-2)

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Alternate Names:
(±)-2,6-Diaminocaproic acid
Application:
DL-Lysine is An amino acid derivative used for biochemical research
CAS Number:
70-54-2
Purity:
≥98%
Molecular Weight:
146.19
Molecular Formula:
C6H14N2O2
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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DL-Lysine is an essential amino acid that plays a vital role in the human body as a building block for proteins. It is for the production of various amino acids, hormones, enzymes, and neurotransmitters. Additionally, DL-Lysine is necessary for maintaining a strong immune system and promoting the health of skin, hair, and nails. DL-Lysine finds extensive applications such as serving as a fundamental component for synthesizing amino acids, hormones, enzymes, and neurotransmitters. It is also employed in the production, examination, and understanding of proteins, enzymes, hormones, cell membranes, DNA, RNA, as well as participating in the metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, cholesterol, fatty acids, and nucleic acids. Moreover, DL-Lysine acts as a precursor for the synthesis of amino acids, proteins, and hormones, contributing to essential metabolic processes in the body.


DL-Lysine (CAS 70-54-2) References

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  2. X-ray studies on crystalline complexes involving amino acids and peptides. XXXVII. Novel aggregation patterns and effect of chirality in the complexes of DL- and L-lysine with glutaric acid.  |  Saraswathi, NT., et al. 2001. Acta Crystallogr B. 57: 366-71. PMID: 11373396
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DL-Lysine, 5 g

sc-257396A
5 g
$47.00

DL-Lysine, 25 g

sc-257396
25 g
$190.00

DL-Lysine, 100 g

sc-257396B
100 g
$421.00

DL-Lysine, 500 g

sc-257396C
500 g
$1462.00