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América Alimentos L-ARGININE BASE

América Alimentos L-ARGININE BASE is a non-essential amino acid precursor to nitric oxide. In the food industry it is used as ingredient in food supplements, beverages and herbal teas, among others.

Ingredient Name: L-Arginine

Labeling Claims: Gluten-free, Vegan

End Uses: Non Alcoholic Beverages, Nutraceuticals

Synonyms: (2S)-2-Amino-5-Guanidinopentanoic Acid, 2-Amino-5-Guanidinovaleric Acid, L-(+)-Arginine, L-A-Amino-D-Guanidinovalerate, L-Arg, L-Arginin

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

Ingredient Name
Protein Type
Food Ingredients Functions
Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions
CAS No.
74-79-3
EC No.
200-811-1
Ingredients
L-Arginine

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims

Applications & Uses

Food & Nutrition Applications

Properties

Appearance
Crystalline powder
Odor
Characteristic
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Specific Rotation#ERROR!
Test98.5 - 101.5%
Loss of Dryingmax. 0.5%
Residue on ignitionmax. 0.3%
Chloridesmax. 0.05%
Sulfatesmax. 0.03%
Ironmax. 0.003%
Heavy Metalsmax. 0.0015%
IdentificationInfrared Absorption
Organic Volatile ImpuritiesConforms
Thermal Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Thermal Stabilitymax. 90°C
Microbiological Values
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Total Plate Countmax. 1000UFC/g
Fungi and Yeastmax. 100UFC/g
Total ColiformsNegative
E.coliNegative
SalmonellaNegative/10g

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Approximate Weight Per Presentation
  • Approximate Weight Per Presentation - 25 kg (55 lb)

Storage & Handling

Total Shelf Life (As of production date)
  • Total Shelf Life (As of production date) - 24 months
Storage and Transport Conditions
  • Storage and Transport Conditions - Storage and transportation under GMP and respecting the conditions of Temperature 30 ° C and Humidity 75% RH ensure the stability of the product during the entire shelf life. This product is Hygroscopic NO, and Photosensitive NO.