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PricePedia Code: COAMLI1

Full description: Lysine and its esters salts thereof (CN292241.00)

Section: EU Customs

Merceology: Pharmaceutical Chemicals

Family: Amino Acids

Source: PricePedia processing on Eurostat data

Typology: Customs prices

Customs code: CN292241.00

Frequency: Monthly

Keyword: N.A.

Main measure: Last Price EU

Measures available: Last Price EU, Last Price not revised, History EU, Minimum EU, Maximum EU, History Extra EU CIF

Unit of measure: Ton

Original currency: EUR

2021 EU import in € MLN: 780.4

2021 EU export in € MLN: 367.1

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Description

Lysine is an essential amino acid that humans and animals need for various biological functions. It is not produced by the body and must be obtained from food or supplements. Lysine is mainly found in animal products such as meat, eggs, cheese, and fish, but also in some plant sources such as soybeans, nuts, and legumes.

Main uses

Lysine has several uses in different industries and sectors. Some of the main uses are:

• Animal feed: Lysine is added to animal feed to improve the protein quality and growth performance of livestock, especially pigs and poultry.
• Food industry: Lysine is used as a food additive to enhance the flavor, texture, and nutritional value of various foods, such as bread, cereals, snacks, and beverages.
• Health and wellness: Lysine is used as a dietary supplement to support immune system, skin health, and wound healing. It may also help prevent or treat cold sores, herpes, and osteoporosis.