Thermo Scientific Chemicals

L-Arginine, 98+%

Catalog number: A15738.14
25 g, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals

L-Arginine, 98+%

Catalog number: A15738.14
25 g, Each
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Catalog number: A15738.14
also known as A15738-14
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS
74-79-3
IUPAC Name
2-amino-5-[(diaminomethylidene)amino]pentanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C6H14N4O2
InChI Key
ODKSFYDXXFIFQN-UHFFFAOYNA-N
SMILES
NC(CCCN=C(N)N)C(O)=O
Identification (FTIR)
Conforms
Appearance (Color)
White
Assay (Non-aqueous acid-base Titration)
≥98.0 to ≤102.0%
Optical Rotation
26.5 ± 1.0° (C=8 in 5N HCl)
Form
Powder or crystalline powder

Description

L-Arginine is used for heart and blood vessel conditions which includes congestive heart failure (CHF), chest pain, high blood pressure and coronary artery disease. It plays a vital role in the treatment of cardiovascular disease due to it being antiatherogenic, anti-ischemic, antiplatelet and antithrombotic. It acts as a growth stimulant and is involved in the treatment of erectile dysfunction in men. It is an important ingredient of tooth paste which provides effective relief for sensitive teeth.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Solubility
Soluble in water. Slightly soluble in ethanol. Insoluble in ethyl ether

Notes
Air sensitive. Keep the container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
RUO – Research Use Only

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