Description

Dl-Ornithine is a non-proteinogenic amino acid that serves as a crucial intermediate in the urea cycle and arginine biosynthesis. Its racemic form, DL-ornithine, is valued for its versatility as a building block in biochemical research and fine chemical synthesis. This compound is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and life science sectors, where it is used to develop metabolic studies, peptide analogs, and specialized supplements.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of drugs targeting liver function, ammonia metabolism, and wound healing.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a key substrate or standard in metabolic pathway studies, particularly those involving the urea cycle and polyamine biosynthesis.
• Nutraceutical Formulation: Incorporated into dietary supplements and clinical nutrition products aimed at supporting athletic performance and recovery.
• Cell Culture Media: Acts as a component in specialized microbial or mammalian cell culture media for fermentation and bioproduction processes.
• Peptide Synthesis: Utilized as a building block for the chemical synthesis of novel peptides and peptide mimetics.
• Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for HPLC, GC, or other chromatographic methods.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dl-Ornithine
CAS No.	616-07-9
Molecular Formula	C5H12N2O2
Molecular Weight	132.16 g/mol
Synonyms	DL-2,5-Diaminopentanoic acid; DL-Ornithine; (±)-Ornithine; Ornithine, DL-; rac-Ornithine; 2,5-Diaminovaleric acid; NSC 20264; (±)-2,5-Diaminopentanoic acid
EINECS	210-468-0

Quality Control

Our Dl-Ornithine is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) that document key parameters such as assay, chiral purity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures the material is suitable for demanding applications in research and regulated industries.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

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

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