l-Ornithine l-aspartate

L-Ornithine L-Aspartate (CAS 3230-94-2) is a salt formed from two naturally occurring amino acids, ornithine and aspartic acid. Known commercially as Hepamerz and Orparan, it carries no assigned E-code and is classified under HS code 29224999. It is used across pharmaceutical and personal care applications.

In pharmaceutical formulations, L-Ornithine L-Aspartate supports ammonia detoxification by acting as a substrate in the urea cycle, making it relevant in hepatic encephalopathy treatments. In personal care, it functions as a humectant and pH buffer in conditioning systems, helping stabilise formulations while attracting and retaining moisture in hair and skin products.

This ingredient is supplied in powder form and is available in pharmaceutical and cosmetic grades. Procurement teams should confirm compliance with Ph.Eur. monographs and REACH registration requirements for EU supply. Standard packaging formats vary by supplier; documentation including CoA and SDS is available on request.