Description

L-Arginine Acetate is a high-purity, pharma-grade salt of the essential amino acid L-Arginine, widely recognized for its superior stability and solubility profile. This compound is critical for formulators requiring a reliable and bioavailable source of arginine for advanced nutritional and pharmaceutical applications. It serves as a key ingredient for manufacturers in the nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and research sectors, where consistent quality and precise biochemical activity are paramount.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and parenteral nutrition solutions.
• Dietary Supplements & Nutraceuticals: A core component in sports nutrition, cardiovascular health, and immune support formulations due to its role in nitric oxide production.
• Cell Culture Media: Serves as a vital nitrogen source and growth factor in mammalian cell culture and fermentation processes.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a standard and reagent in enzymatic studies, metabolic pathway analysis, and protein chemistry.
• Cosmeceuticals: Incorporated into topical formulations for its purported skin rejuvenation and wound-healing properties.
• Food Fortification: Used to enhance the nutritional profile of specialized clinical nutrition products and functional foods.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Arginine Acetate
CAS No.	71173-62-1
Molecular Formula	C8H18N4O2 • C2H4O2
Molecular Weight	262.30 g/mol
Synonyms	L-Arginine acetate salt; (S)-2-Amino-5-guanidinopentanoic acid acetate; Arg Acetate; Arginine Acetate; H-Arg-OH • AcOH; 2-Amino-5-guanidinovaleric acid acetate; Acetic acid, compound with L-arginine (1:1)
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Quality Control

Our L-Arginine Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets stringent specifications for identity, purity, and potency, aligning with industry benchmarks for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical ingredients. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting comprehensive testing via HPLC, IR, and other pharmacopeial methods are provided with every shipment.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under conditions that minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity to prevent caking and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	98.0% - 102.0%
Specific Rotation	+21.0° to +23.5°
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 1.0%

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