Amino Acids & Peptides
REACH
L-arginine hydrochloride
CAS Number
15595-35-4
EC Number
239-674-8
What is L-arginine hydrochloride?
L-Arginine Hydrochloride (CAS 15595-35-4) is the hydrochloride salt form of the amino acid L-arginine, offering improved solubility and stability over the free base.
Where is L-arginine hydrochloride used?
- Pharmaceutical: pH buffer and amino acid supplement in injectable formulations and infusion solutions
- Nutritional supplements: amino acid fortification in sports nutrition powders, capsules and functional beverages
- Personal care: pH adjuster and conditioning agent in hair care and skin care products
- Feed and agriculture: dietary amino acid supplement supporting protein metabolism in livestock and poultry
- It functions primarily as a pH buffer and amino acid supplement.
Commercial specifications
- White crystalline powder in bulk and packaged formats
Other Names (Synonyms)
Arginine Hydrochloride|L-ARGININE HCL|R-Gene|R-gene 10|L-Arginine, monohydrochloride|F7LTH1E20Y
What are the physical properties of L-arginine hydrochloride?
Melting Point 226-230 °C
Density 1.42 g/cm3
Color White
Form powder
Refractive Index 1.7129
Log P -1.287 (est)
How is L-arginine hydrochloride classified and handled safely? Learn More
Warning
GHS07· Irritant
Hazard Statements
H315 Causes skin irritation
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary Statements
P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label).
P264+P265 Wash … thoroughly after handling.