CAS No. 56-87-1
Batch:
Purity:98
Chemical Structure
Check the
L-lysine
product page for in-depth specifications, including solubility, stock solutions, MOA, and working concentrations.
Chemical Information
| CAS Number | 56-87-1 | |
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| Molecular Formula |
C6H14N2O2 |
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| Molecular Weight (MW) | 146.19 | |
| SMILES | C(CCN)CC(C(=O)O)N |
Biological Activity
L-lysine is an essential α-amino acid that serves as a fundamental building block in protein biosynthesis. It plays a critical role in cellular growth, collagen cross-linking, and tissue repair processes. As a precursor for carnitine synthesis, L-lysine supports fatty acid oxidation and cellular energy production, thereby regulating metabolic homeostatic functions and maintaining structural tissue integrity.
How to Prepare Stock Solution?
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Solubility
Batch:
All in vitro solubility values are batch-tested experimental data (non-literature values).
| Solvent | Solubility & Note |
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| Water | 29 mg/mL |
| DMSO |
Insoluble
(Moisture-contaminated DMSO may reduce solubility. Use fresh, anhydrous DMSO.) |
Q: Why does a DMSO stock precipitate in media/saline?
A: It is caused by unheated aqueous media (supersaturation), local solvent shock, or incorrect mixing sequence.
How to fix it?
- Preheat media/saline to 37°C.
- Mix rapidly (pipette/vortex) upon addition.
- For complex mixes, always add the aqueous phase last.
- Re-dissolve minor precipitates with a 37°C water bath and sonication (≤30 min).
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Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.