Description

Ornithine, Ethyl Ester (9Ci) is a chemically modified derivative of the amino acid L-ornithine, designed to enhance its bioavailability and stability for specific applications. This compound is particularly valued in research and development for its role as a key intermediate in synthesizing more complex bioactive molecules. It serves the needs of pharmaceutical researchers, nutraceutical formulators, and biochemical laboratories seeking high-purity building blocks for peptide synthesis and metabolic studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel peptide-based drugs and prodrugs targeting metabolic pathways.
• Biochemical Research: Used in enzymatic studies and as a substrate or inhibitor in research concerning the urea cycle and arginine metabolism.
• Nutraceutical Development: Investigated for use in advanced dietary supplements aimed at supporting athletic performance and recovery due to its potential role in nitric oxide synthesis.
• Cosmetic Actives: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing compounds used in skincare formulations for their purported moisturizing and revitalizing properties.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a protected amino acid derivative in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS).
• Reference Standard: Utilized as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for HPLC, LC-MS, or NMR analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ornithine, Ethyl Ester (9Ci)
CAS No.	125511-25-3
Molecular Formula	C7H16N2O2
Molecular Weight	160.22 g/mol
Synonyms	L-Ornithine ethyl ester; Ethyl L-ornithinate; Ornithine ethyl ester dihydrochloride (salt form common); 2,5-Diaminopentanoic acid ethyl ester; H-Orn-OEt; (S)-2,5-Diaminopentanoic acid ethyl ester; UNII-7V314FU52S; 5-Amino-L-norvaline ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Ornithine, Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis to confirm stereochemical integrity, and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or cGMP guidelines for intermediate use.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% (L-Isomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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