| Identification | ||
| Name | L-Lysine | |
| Synonyms | (S)-(+)-Lysine; (S)-2,6-Diaminohexanoic acid | |
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| Molecular Structure |
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| Molecular Formula | C6H14N2O2 | |
| Molecular Weight | 146.19 | |
| CAS Registry Number | 56-87-1 | |
| EINECS | 200-294-2 | |
| FEMA | 3847 | |
| Properties | ||
| Melting point | 215 ºC (dec.) | |