Description

L-Lysine 2Hcl (U-13C6, 15N2) is a high-purity, isotopically labeled form of the essential amino acid L-Lysine, where all six carbon atoms are uniformly labeled with Carbon-13 and both nitrogen atoms are labeled with Nitrogen-15. This compound is critical for advanced metabolic research, enabling precise tracking and quantification of lysine pathways in biological systems. It is an indispensable tool for scientists in pharmaceutical development, nutritional studies, and stable isotope tracer research requiring the highest level of analytical accuracy.

Application

• Stable Isotope Tracer Studies: Used in mass spectrometry (MS) and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) to investigate protein metabolism, amino acid flux, and metabolic pathways in vivo and in vitro.
• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as an internal standard for the accurate quantification of L-Lysine in pharmacokinetic, bioavailability, and drug metabolism studies.
• Nutritional Science & Clinical Diagnostics: Enables research into amino acid requirements, protein synthesis rates, and metabolic disorders related to lysine utilization.
• Biomarker Discovery & Proteomics: Facilitates the development of targeted assays for the discovery and validation of disease biomarkers in complex biological matrices.
• Agricultural & Animal Feed Research: Applied in studies to optimize lysine supplementation and understand nutrient metabolism in livestock.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Lysine 2Hcl (U-13C6, 15N2)
CAS No.	1200447-00-2
Molecular Formula	¹³C₆H₁₈¹⁵N₂O₂ • 2HCl
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	L-Lysine-¹³C₆,¹⁵N₂ dihydrochloride; (S)-2,6-Diamino-¹³C₆,¹⁵N₂-hexanoic acid dihydrochloride; L-Lysine-13C6,15N2 hydrochloride; Lysine-13C6,15N2 2HCl; Uniformly Labeled 13C6,15N2 L-Lysine dihydrochloride; Isotopic L-Lysine HCl; Stable Isotope Labeled Amino Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of L-Lysine 2Hcl (U-13C6, 15N2) is manufactured and analyzed to meet the stringent requirements of research and analytical applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request and provide detailed data on isotopic enrichment, chemical purity, and spectroscopic confirmation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a cool, dry environment. For long-term stability, consider storage under desiccant or inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98% (Chemical Purity)
Isotopic Enrichment (MS)	≥ 99 atom % ¹³C; ≥ 99 atom % ¹⁵N
Optical Rotation	+19.0° to +21.5° (c=2 in 6N HCl)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.