Description

Dl-Ornithine Hydrochloride CAS NO 1069-31-4 is a high-purity, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative, serving as a critical building block and intermediate in advanced biochemical synthesis. Its value lies in providing a racemic mixture of the ornithine molecule, which is essential for research and production processes involving polyamine and arginine pathways. This compound is primarily required by manufacturers and research institutions in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and life science sectors for applications ranging from metabolic studies to the development of specialized supplements and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of more complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting liver health, wound healing, or metabolic disorders.
• Biochemical Research & Development: Used as a standard or reagent in metabolic pathway studies, enzyme assays, and research on the urea cycle and polyamine biosynthesis.
• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplement Formulation: Incorporated into specialized supplement blends aimed at supporting athletic performance, recovery, and overall metabolic function.
• Cell Culture Media Component: Serves as a nutrient additive in certain defined cell culture media for biotechnology and pharmaceutical production.
• Reference Standard: Employed as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for HPLC, GC, or other chromatographic methods to identify and quantify ornithine.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Actives: Potential use in the formulation of skin care products for its role in collagen synthesis and cellular regeneration.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dl-Ornithine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	1069-31-4
Molecular Formula	C5H12N2O2 • HCl
Molecular Weight	168.62 g/mol
Synonyms	DL-Ornithine Monohydrochloride; (±)-Ornithine Hydrochloride; Ornithine HCl; 2,5-Diaminopentanoic acid hydrochloride; (RS)-2,5-Diaminovaleric acid hydrochloride; (DL)-2,5-Diaminopentanoic acid hydrochloride; NSC 20264; (±)-2,5-Diaminopentanoic acid hydrochloride
EINECS	213-997-3

Quality Control

Our Dl-Ornithine Hydrochloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets stringent specifications for identity, purity, and potency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, optical rotation, and impurity profiles. While typically produced to high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial use, specifications can be aligned with customer-specific requirements or compendial standards (e.g., USP, EP) upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can lead to caking or degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation	± 0.5° (c=1 in H2O)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.