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Nε-Acetyl-L-lysine

Also known as: N6-acetyl-L-lysine, H-Lys(Ac)-OH, N-epsilon-Acetyl-L-lysine, Ne-Acetyl-L-lysine, N-ε-Acetyl-L-lysine, MFCD00002639, EINECS 211-725-9, (2S)-6-acetamido-2-aminohexanoic acid, (S)-6-Acetamido-2-aminohexanoic acid, N epsilon-acetyllysine

Nε-Acetyl-L-lysine (CAS 692-04-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H16N2O3 and a molecular weight of 188.224 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 250 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 442.0±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 221.1±27.3 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
692-04-6
Jingsj CID
J-24527-2
Molecular Formula
C8H16N2O3
Molecular Weight
188.224 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point250 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling Point442.0±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point221.1±27.3 °C
Exact Mass188.116089
PSA92.42000
LogP-1.42
Vapor Pressure0.0±2.3 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.490

Activity & Biological Data

TargetHuman Endogenous Metabolite
Additional Information[1]. Schmidt H, et al. Characterization of a novel enzyme, N6-acetyl-L-lysine: 2-oxoglutarate aminotransferase, which catalyses the second step of lysine catabolism in Candida maltosa. Antonie Van Leeuwenhoek. 1992 Nov;62(4):285-90.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Nε-Acetyl-L-lysine?

The CAS number of Nε-Acetyl-L-lysine is 692-04-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Nε-Acetyl-L-lysine?

Nε-Acetyl-L-lysine has molecular formula C8H16N2O3 and molecular weight 188.224 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Nε-Acetyl-L-lysine?

For Nε-Acetyl-L-lysine, Upstream Products: L-Lysine, Boc-Lys(Ac)-OH, Methylglyoxal; Downstream Products: L-Pipecolic acid, Boc-Lys(Ac)-OH.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Nε-Acetyl-L-lysine (CAS 692-04-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-24527-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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