Substrate of nitric oxide synthase, which is converted to citrulline and nitric oxide (NO). Induces insulin release by a nitric oxide-dependent mechanism.
Appearance:
White, crystalline powder
Identity (IR):
Conforms to reference
Specific Rotation (20C):
+26.9 degrees to +27.9 degrees
Specific Rotation (25C):
+26.3 degrees to +27.7 degrees
Loss on Drying:
(same/less than)0.5%
Residue On Ignition:
(same/less than)0.10%
Heavy Metals (Pb):
(same/less than)0.0005%
Ammonium:
(same/less than)0.02%
Chloride:
(same/less than)0.02%
Iron:
(same/less than)0.001%
Sulfate:
(same/less than)0.02%
Arsenic:
(same/less than) 0.0001%
Foreign Amino Acids:
(same/less than)0.40%
Endotoxin:
(same/less than)0.5EU/mg
pH:
10.5-12.0