| Item |
Details |
| Product Name |
L-Arginine Hydrochloride |
| Synonyms |
L-Arginine HCl, L-Arginine Monohydrochloride |
| CAS Number |
1119-34-2 |
| Molecular Formula |
C₆H₁₄N₄O₂·HCl |
| Molecular Weight |
210.66 |
| Appearance |
White crystals or crystalline powder |
| Available Grades |
Food Grade, Pharma Grade |
| Purity |
≥98.5% |
| Solubility |
Freely soluble in water (~860 g/L at 25°C) |
| pH (aqueous solution) |
~5.7 (slightly acidic) |
| Executive Standards |
USP, CP, BP, EP, JP, AJI |
| Certifications |
ISO9001, ISO22000, HALAL, KOSHER, HACCP |
Product Overview
L-Arginine Hydrochloride (CAS 1119-34-2) is the hydrochloride salt form of L-arginine, a conditionally essential amino acid and nitric oxide (NO) precursor. Compared with free base L-arginine, it offers dramatically higher water solubility and a near-physiological pH (~5.7), making it the preferred form for liquid formulations, injections and clinical nutrition products.
We supply food grade and pharma grade. Food grade is widely used in dietary supplements, sports nutrition powders and instant dissolving drink mixes. Pharma grade is applied in amino acid injections, infusion solutions and oral liquid preparations. It is also used as a pH adjuster and stabilizer in cosmetic and pharmaceutical formulations. Compliant with USP, CP, BP, EP, JP and AJI standards, certified by ISO9001, ISO22000, HALAL, KOSHER and HACCP for global export.
Product Characteristics
1.Exceptionally high water solubility Freely soluble in water (~860 g/L at 25°C), far exceeding free base form — ideal for instant dissolving powders, beverages and liquid formulations.
2.Near-physiological pH (~5.7) Slightly acidic solution provides good compatibility with human blood, making it suitable for intravenous and oral liquid preparations.
3.Hydrochloride salt form of L-arginine Dissociates in vivo to release bioavailable L-arginine as NO precursor, same biological function as free base.
4.Stable crystalline powder White crystals or crystalline powder, stable in dry state, suitable for bulk storage and industrial production.
5.Dual-grade supply Food grade for nutraceutical and beverage applications; pharma grade for injection and clinical formulations.
Main Functions
1.Nitric oxide (NO) biosynthesis support Releases L-arginine as substrate for NO production, supporting vasodilation and healthy blood circulation.
2.Cardiovascular & circulatory nutrition Supports vascular health and normal blood flow through the L-arginine-NO pathway.
3.High-solubility amino acid fortification Enables rapid dissolution in liquid supplement drinks and reconstitutable powder products.
4.Clinical nutrition & infusion raw material Used in amino acid infusions and parenteral nutrition formulations for medical nutrition support.
5.pH buffer & formulation stabilizer Serves as a buffering and stabilizing agent in pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations.
Main Applications
1. Dietary Supplements & Sports Nutrition
Widely used in pre-workout powders, amino acid drink mixes, capsule and tablet supplements targeting NO support, muscle pump, recovery and men’s health nutrition. Its high solubility makes it ideal for instant dissolving sports drinks and effervescent formulations.
2. Pharmaceutical Industry
Key raw material for amino acid injections, infusion solutions and oral liquid preparations. The hydrochloride form’s high solubility and blood-compatible pH (~5.7) make it the standard choice for intravenous arginine therapy and clinical nutrition products.
3. Functional Beverages & Instant Powders
Added to functional drink mixes and reconstitutable powder products requiring rapid and complete dissolution in water.
4. Cosmetic & Personal Care
Used as a pH adjuster and humectant/stabilizing ingredient in skincare formulations.
Packaging & Storage
| Item |
Specification |
| Packaging |
25kg fiber drum with waterproof inner bag |
| Storage Condition |
Store in cool, dry, ventilated warehouse, avoid direct sunlight and high temperature |
| Sealing Requirement |
Keep tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and caking |
| Shelf Life |
24 months under standard storage conditions |
L-Arginine Base vs L-Arginine HCl
| Parameter |
L-Arginine (Free Base) |
L-Arginine HCl |
| CAS Number |
74-79-3 |
1119-34-2 |
| Molecular Formula |
C₆H₁₄N₄O₂ |
C₆H₁₄N₄O₂·HCl |
| Molecular Weight |
174.20 |
210.66 |
| Water Solubility |
~148 g/L (sparingly soluble) |
~860 g/L (freely soluble) |
| pH (aqueous) |
10.5–12.0 (alkaline) |
~5.7 (slightly acidic) |
| Chloride Content |
Chloride-free |
Contains chloride ions |
| Best For |
Solid supplements, capsules, chloride-free formulas, food additives |
Injections, infusions, liquid drinks, instant powders, clinical nutrition |
| Typical Grades |
Food Grade, Pharma Grade |
Food Grade, Pharma Grade |
| Key Selling Point |
Chloride-free, high active arginine content |
Ultra-high solubility, blood-compatible pH |