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L-Ornithine hydrochloride

Also known as: H-Orn-OH·HCl, H-Orn-OH.HCl, L-Ornithine monohydrochloride, (S)-(+)-2,5-Diaminopentanoic acid hydrochloride, (S)-2,5-Diaminopentanoic acid hydrochloride, (S)-2,5-Diaminopentanoic acid monohydrochloride, L-Ornithine HCl, L-Ornithine hydrochloride (1:1), L(+)-Ornithine hydrochloride

L-Ornithine hydrochloride (CAS 3184-13-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H13ClN2O2 and a molecular weight of 168.622 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 245 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 308.7ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.57 and a flash point of 140.5ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
3184-13-2
Jingsj CID
J-32900-0
Molecular Formula
C5H13ClN2O2
Molecular Weight
168.622 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point245 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling Point308.7ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.57
Flash Point140.5ºC
Exact Mass168.066559
PSA89.34000
LogP1.33980
Refractive Index24 ° (C=4, 6mol/L HCl)

Activity & Biological Data

TargetHuman Endogenous Metabolite
Additional Information[1]. Demura S, et al. Effect of L-ornithine hydrochloride ingestion on intermittent maximal anaerobic cycle ergometer performance and fatigue recovery after exercise. Eur J Appl Physiol. 2011 Nov;111(11):2837-43.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2922499990
SummaryHS:2922499990 other amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and their esters; salts thereof VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of L-Ornithine hydrochloride?

The CAS number of L-Ornithine hydrochloride is 3184-13-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of L-Ornithine hydrochloride?

L-Ornithine hydrochloride has molecular formula C5H13ClN2O2 and molecular weight 168.622 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of L-Ornithine hydrochloride?

For L-Ornithine hydrochloride, Upstream Products: L-Arginine hydrochloride; Downstream Products: 1-Amino-2-piperidone, (S)-3-Aminopiperidin-2-one, N'-Cbz-L-ornithine.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "L-Ornithine hydrochloride (CAS 3184-13-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-32900-0 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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