Technical aspects
L-lysine used in animal feed is characterised by high purity and stable physicochemical parameters.
| Parameter | Value |
| Appearance | Powder or granules |
| Colour | White to nutty |
| Lysine HCl content | max. 4.0% |
| Lysine content | ≥78% |
| Loss in dry weight | ≤1% |
| Residue after combustion | ≤0.3% |
| Ammonium salts | ≤0.04% |
| pH | 5.0 – 6.5 |
| Specific rotation [α]D20°C | +18.0° to +21.5° |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤30 mg/kg |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤20 mg/kg |
