Description

L-Ornithine Sulfate is a high-purity, pharmaceutically relevant salt of the amino acid ornithine. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in metabolic pathways and its application in specialized nutritional and pharmaceutical formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and research sectors for the development of parenteral nutrition solutions, liver health supplements, and biochemical research reagents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: A critical building block in the synthesis of specialized drugs and diagnostic agents.
• Parenteral Nutrition: A component in intravenous amino acid solutions for clinical nutrition support.
• Nutraceutical Formulations: Used in dietary supplements targeting liver detoxification, athletic performance, and metabolic health.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a substrate or standard in studies of the urea cycle, arginine metabolism, and related enzymatic processes.
• Cell Culture Media: An additive in specialized mammalian cell culture systems requiring specific amino acid profiles.
• Veterinary Pharmaceuticals: Incorporated into therapeutic and nutritional products for animal health.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Ornithine Sulfate
CAS No.	6153-43-1
Molecular Formula	C5H12N2O2 · H2SO4
Molecular Weight	232.23 g/mol
Synonyms	L-Ornithine Monosulfate; (S)-2,5-Diaminopentanoic Acid Sulfate; Ornithine Sulfate; Ornithine Hydrogen Sulfate; L-Ornithine, Sulfate (1:1); L-Ornithine Sulphate; (S)-Ornithine Sulfate; H-Orn-OH · H2SO4
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Quality Control

Our L-Ornithine Sulfate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets stringent specifications for identity, purity, and potency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting compliance with relevant standards, including in-process Ph. Eur. or USP methods where applicable, are available 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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	98.0% - 102.0% (on anhydrous basis)
Specific Rotation	+20.0° to +24.0° (c=8 in 5N HCl)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 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.