Description

Methyl L-Ornithine Monohydrochloride is a high-purity, non-proteinogenic amino acid derivative widely used in biochemical research and pharmaceutical development. This compound serves as a critical building block and a selective inhibitor of nitric oxide synthase (NOS), making it invaluable for studying cellular signaling pathways. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science sectors who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for advanced synthesis and metabolic studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Key starting material in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and peptide-based therapeutics.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a potent and selective inhibitor of nitric oxide synthase (NOS) in enzymatic and cellular studies.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: A crucial tool for investigating the arginine-ornithine metabolic cycle and related biochemical processes.
• Peptide Synthesis: Serves as a protected or modified amino acid residue in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis.
• Cell Culture & Microbiology: Applied in defined media formulations to study amino acid metabolism in various cell lines and microorganisms.
• Reference Standard: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for analytical method development and quality control in pharmaceutical labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl L-Ornithine Monohydrochloride
CAS No.	60080-69-5
Molecular Formula	C₆H₁₅ClN₂O₂
Molecular Weight	182.65 g/mol
Synonyms	L-Ornithine, N5-methyl-, monohydrochloride; (S)-2,5-Diamino-N-methylpentanoic acid hydrochloride; N5-Methyl-L-ornithine hydrochloride; N(δ)-Methyl-L-ornithine hydrochloride; L-NMMA precursor; Nitric Oxide Synthase Inhibitor; Methylornithine HCl; NSC 113019
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Quality Control

Our Methyl L-Ornithine Monohydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis for enantiomeric excess, and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided to ensure compliance with your research and production requirements.

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 prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Optical Rotation	[α]²⁰D: Specific range available on COA
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥99.0% (L-isomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤10 ppm

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