Arginine

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Contents 1 Arginine 1.1 CAS number 1.2 Synonyms 1.3 Chemical class 1.4 Industry claims found in 1.5 Possible physical or functional effects 1.6 Properties 1.7 Toxicology

Arginine

CAS number

74-79-3

Synonyms

1-1-Amino-4-guanidovaleric acid

Chemical class

Amino Acids

Industry claims found in

natural constituent of proteins in plants and animals

Possible physical or functional effects

Flavoring agents and adjuvants; Nutrient supplements

Properties

used in cigarettes

Toxicology

Heated to decomp., emits toxic fumes of NOx