Product Name: L-Lysine Liquid
Chemical Name: 2,6-Diaminohexanoic Acid, as aqueous solution
Synonyms: L-Lysine Monohydrochloride Solution
Recommended Use: Animal feed additive, nutritional supplement
Manufacturer: Full company name and contact address with telephone numbers
Emergency Contact: Local or national poison control center or designated emergency line
CAS Number: 657-27-2
EC Number: 211-519-9
Relevant Identified Uses: Feed ingredient for livestock production, food fortification
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS standards
Label Elements: No pictogram, signal word, or hazard statements required
Physical Hazards: Low hazard, not flammable or explosive
Health Hazards: May cause mild irritation to eyes, skin, or if ingested; large exposure quantities may trigger gastrointestinal discomfort
Environmental Hazards: Not hazardous to aquatic environments at typical release concentrations
Precautionary Statements: Avoid eye and prolonged skin contact, maintain good workplace hygiene
Human Health Effects: Contact with concentrate can generate redness, itching, or minor digestive upset
Chemical Identity: L-Lysine hydrochloride (C6H14N2O2·HCl)
Percentage: Typically ranges from 40% to 50% active L-Lysine by weight in water
Other Components: Water (solvent); trace mineral salts based on source
Impurities: No known hazardous impurities
Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air, seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Flush affected area with running water and wash with mild soap as needed
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water, keeping eyelids open for 10-15 minutes
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, give water to drink, do not induce vomiting, medical attention recommended for large ingestions or persistent symptoms
Note for Physicians: Symptomatic treatment only, no specific antidote
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: None known
Special Hazards: Thermal decomposition may produce nitrogen oxides and hydrochloric acid fumes
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear for major fires
Firefighting Instructions: Prevent run-off from entering drains; cool adjacent containers
Personal Precautions: Wear gloves, safety goggles, and protective clothing
Spill Response: Absorb liquid with inert material such as sand or earth
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry to waterways or drains
Cleanup Methods: Collect absorbent material and dispose according to regulations; wash spill area with copious water
Decontamination: Rinse surfaces with water to remove residues after cleanup
Handling: Use in well-ventilated areas, avoid splashing or aerosol formation
Personal Hygiene: Wash hands after use; keep food and drink away from work area
Storage: Keep container tightly closed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place
Temperature Requirements: Store away from source of heat and direct sunlight, maintain between 10°C and 30°C
Compatibility: Separate from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents
Packaging Materials: Use corrosion-resistant containers such as polyethylene or glass
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established exposure limit for L-Lysine
Engineering Controls: General ventilation sufficient for typical operations
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Wear gloves (nitrile or latex), safety goggles, and, for high-concentration use, chemical-resistant apron
Respiratory Protection: Not required for normal conditions but use mask if vapor or mist forms
Eye Protection: Splash-proof goggles recommended
Hand Protection: Impermeable gloves
Body Protection: Normal work clothing, lab coat or overalls when handling large quantities
Hygiene Measures: Do not eat, drink, or smoke in work area; wash thoroughly after handling
Appearance: Clear to slightly yellowish, viscous liquid
Odor: Faint characteristic odor, similar to amino acids
pH: 5.0 to 7.0 (20% solution)
Melting Point/Freezing Point: Freezing point close to 0°C
Boiling Point: Near that of water, 100°C
Solubility: Freely soluble in water
Specific Gravity: 1.1 to 1.3 at 20°C
Vapor Pressure: Not volatile
Flash Point: Not applicable (water-based solution)
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not applicable
Decomposition Temperature: Above 200°C for dry solids
Viscosity: Mildly viscous, depending on concentration
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and normal use
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: No hazardous polymerization
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidizers
Conditions to Avoid: High temperature, freezing
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides, ammonia, hydrochloric acid vapors if heated to dryness
Acute Toxicity: LD50 (oral, rat) above 5000 mg/kg; considered non-toxic by oral route
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: May cause mild irritation after prolonged exposure
Eye Damage/Irritation: Direct contact leads to redness, watering
Respiratory Effects: Low risk under normal use; mist or vapor may cause mild irritation
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: Not mutagenic based on available data
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as likely to cause cancer
Reproductive Toxicity: No reproductive risks reported in studies
Chronic Effects: No evidence of chronic health hazards in humans from regular exposure
Ecotoxicity: L-Lysine rapidly biodegrades and poses low risk to aquatic life at concentrations found in surface water
Mobility in Soil: Soluble and mobile in aqueous environments
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable in natural conditions
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate
Environmental Fate: Breaks down to basic nutrients in soil and water
Other Adverse Effects: None known, widely used as a nutritional feed additive in agriculture with little reported environmental impact
Waste Disposal: Dispose of waste through authorized chemical waste disposal contractor
Methods of Disposal: Dilute small amounts with copious water and dispose through foul sewer if local regulations permit
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse containers thoroughly before recycling or disposal
Special Precautions: Avoid uncontrolled discharge to environment
Relevant Regulations: Follow all federal, state, and local waste regulations regarding disposal of organic chemicals
UN Number: Not regulated as dangerous goods
Proper Shipping Name: L-Lysine Liquid
Transport Hazard Class: Not hazardous for transport
Packing Group: Not applicable
Environmental Hazards: None reported during transit
Special Precautions: Secure containers, prevent leaks, protect from temperatures below freezing and above 30°C
Labeling: No special labeling required
Occupational Safety and Health: Not subject to specific workplace exposure limits under OSHA or relevant guidelines
Inventory Status: Listed on TSCA (USA), REACH (Europe), DSL (Canada), and other major chemical inventories
Labeling Requirements: Non-hazardous, not subject to hazard pictogram or signal word requirements based on GHS
Other Regulations: Compliant with feed and food additive regulations in most jurisdictions if purity meets standard requirements
Additional Information: Product contains no ingredients classified as hazardous under applicable chemical safety regulations