Description

Zinc(2+) N6-(1-Oxooctadecyl)-L-Lysinate is a metal complex of L-lysine and stearic acid, offering unique properties as a multifunctional additive. This compound is valued for its ability to act as a stabilizer, emulsifier, and bioavailability enhancer in various formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the personal care, pharmaceutical, and nutritional supplement industries seeking to improve product performance and stability.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a skin-conditioning agent, viscosity modifier, and stabilizer in creams, lotions, and sunscreens.
• Pharmaceutical Formulations: Used as an excipient to enhance the solubility and bioavailability of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Nutritional Supplements: Serves as a source of bioavailable zinc and an amino acid complex in dietary and sports nutrition products.
• Industrial Additives: Functions as a corrosion inhibitor and stabilizer in lubricants and metalworking fluids.
• Animal Feed & Nutrition: Employed as a trace mineral supplement and palatability enhancer in premixes.
• Food Technology: Potential use as an emulsifier and anti-caking agent in specific food-grade applications (subject to regulatory approval).

Basic Information

Product Name	Zinc(2+) N6-(1-Oxooctadecyl)-L-Lysinate
CAS No.	61745-58-2
Molecular Formula	C24H46N2O3Zn
Molecular Weight	475.99 g/mol
Synonyms	Zinc L-Lysinate Stearate; Zinc Lysine Stearate; Zinc N6-Stearoyl-L-lysinate; Zinc Stearoyl Lysinate; L-Lysine, N6-(1-oxooctadecyl)-, zinc salt (2:1); Zinc(2+) salt of N6-stearoyl-L-lysine
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Quality Control

Our Zinc(2+) N6-(1-Oxooctadecyl)-L-Lysinate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, heavy metals, and microbiological limits are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to minimize moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (Zn content)	≥ 13.5 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 1.0 %
Microbiological Control	Meets standard limits

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