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L-carnitine

CAS No.: 541-15-1      Formula: C7H15NO3

Weight: 161.2

Synonyms: L-(-)-Carnitine; 3-Hydroxy-4-(trimethylammonio)butanoate; Vitamin BT; L-Carnitine; Levocarnitinep; L-Carnitine Base; (D)L-Carnitine;


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Description

Carnitine is one of the B vitamins, and its structure is like an amino acid, so some people classify it as an amino acid. Its main role is to help transport long-chain fatty acids for energy. This prevents fat from accumulating in the heart, liver and skeletal muscle. Artificially synthesized carnitine has three forms: levorotatory, dextrorotatory and racemic, and the effect of L-carnitine is better. L-carnitine is a compound with a variety of physiologically active functions. Its main function is to promote β-oxidation of fatty acids; it can also regulate the ratio of acyl groups in mitochondria and affect energy metabolism; L-carnitine can participate in the metabolism of branched-chain amino acid metabolites. transport, thereby promoting the normal metabolism of branched-chain amino acids. In addition, L-carnitine plays a role in the elimination and utilization of ketone bodies, and can be used as a biological antioxidant to scavenge free radicals, maintain the stability of membranes, improve the immunity of animals and the ability to resist disease and stress.

Basic Information
CAS No.:
541-15-1
Synonyms:
L-(-)-Carnitine; 3-Hydroxy-4-(trimethylammonio)butanoate; Vitamin BT; L-Carnitine; Levocarnitinep; L-Carnitine Base; (D)L-Carnitine;
Formula:
C7H15NO3
Molecular Weight:
161.2
PSA:
LogP:
Properties
Appearance & Character:
Crystals or Crystalline Powder, White
Density:
0.64 g/cm³
Melting Point:
197-212 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point:
287.5°C (rough estimate)
Flash Point:
Storage Conditions:
Store below +30°C.
Safety Info
Customs Code:
29239000
WGK Germany:
3
Hazard Category Code:
36/37/38
Security Instructions:
26-36-37/39
Dangerous Goods Sign:
Xi