L-lysine hydrochloride

L-Lysine Hydrochloride (CAS 10098-89-2), also known as L-Lysine Monohydrochloride, is the stabilized salt form of the essential amino acid lysine.

Where is L-lysine hydrochloride used?

• Animal nutrition: corrects lysine deficiency in cereal-based diets and supports lean muscle development in swine, poultry and aquaculture
• Food and beverage: fortifies protein-enriched products and meal replacements
• Functional foods: supplies lysine where it is the limiting amino acid
• Pharmaceuticals: active ingredient in oral supplements and infusion solutions
• In certain food formulations it also contributes mild flavour-modifying and acidulant properties.

Good to know: It offers improved solubility and shelf stability over the free base form.

Commercial specifications

• 25 kg bags; larger quantities in bulk bags