Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of N~2~-Benzoyl-L-ornithine (CAS: 17966-71-1)?
Answer
N~2~-Benzoyl-L-ornithine is primarily used in pharmaceutical research as an inhibitor of ornithine decarboxylase. It is also used in some dietary supplements for its potential to reduce cell proliferation and in cosmetic products due to its effects on tissue growth and repair.
About
CAS No
17966-71-1
English Name
N~2~-Benzoyl-L-ornithine
Molecular Formula
C12H16N2O3
Molecular Weight
236.27 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=O)NC(CCCN)C(=O)O
InChIKey
PKONOCQSEOHHJW-JTQLQIEISA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-24 21:16
