| [Flash Point] 211 | |
| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. | |
| [Upper exp. limit] 10.1 | |
| [Lower exp. limit] 1.2 | |
| [Ingestion] Seek medical attention. If individual is drowsy or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth; place individual on the left side with the head down. Contact a physician, medical facility, or poison control center for advice about whether to induce vomiting. If possible, do not leave individual unattended. | |
| [Inhalation] Although inhalation of common dust may not be considered toxic, it is certainly a hazard if there is inhalation of too many particles. Individuals should be removed from exposure to too high a concentration of even relatively non-toxic substances. | |
| [Skin] Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed area with soap and water. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. Launder clothing before reuse. | |
| [Eyes] Foreign materials in the eye may not cause a toxic reaction, but injury from a foreign body may occur. In such cases, the patient should be observed for eye irritation and should seek medical assistance if the irritation becomes significant. | |
| [Storage] Store in a cool, dry location in a tightly sealed container. | |
| [Handling] Avoid inhalation and contact. Avoid prolonged and repeated exposure. | |
| [Personal Protection] Chemical splash goggles in compliance with OSHA regulations are advised; however, OSHA regulations also permit other type safety glasses. Whre chemical resistant gloves. To prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact, wear impervious clothing and boots. | |
| [Respirators] NIOSH approved respirator. | |
| [Exposure Effects] Causes irritation. May be harmful by inhalation, ingestion or inhalation. | |
| [Appearance] White to yellow powder. | |
| [Solubility in water] Very freely soluble | |
| [Melting Point] 196 | |
| [Boiling Point] 290 | |
| [Partition Coefficient] -1.15 | |
| [Usage] Food enrichment, nutrient. | |
| [Product Name] L-Lysine | |
| [Synonyms] (2S)-2,6-Diaminohexanoic acid 2,6-Diamino hexanoic acid alpha,epsilon-Diaminocaproic acid Lys (Iupac abbreviation) Lysine Lysine acid | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_56-87-1.htm">56-87-1 | |
| [Formula] C6H14N2O2 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 146.19 | |
| [EINECS] 200-294-2 | |
| [RTECS] OL5540000 | |
| [RTECS Class] Mutagen; Reproductive Effector | |
| [Merck] 12,5667 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 1722531 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 4-04-00-02717 | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Wear approved protective equipment. Sweep up and place in a bag for disposal. Avoid raising dust. Ventilate area. Wash spill site after material is removed. | |
| [Stability] Stable. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Strong oxidizing agents. | |
| [Decomposition] Oxides of carbon and nitrogen. |
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