L-lysine monohydrochloride is a nutritional feed additive belonging to the functional group “amino acids, their salts and analogues”, authorised for use in animal nutrition under Regulation (EC) No 1831/2003. It is used as a concentrated source of L-lysine in the manufacture of premixtures and compound feed.
L-lysine is an essential amino acid that must be supplied as part of a properly formulated animal diet. The product contains at least 78% L-lysine and is supplied as a free-flowing powder or granules, ranging in colour from white to light brown.