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Metabolic

L-Carnitine

L-Carnitine is a naturally occurring quaternary ammonium compound involved in the intracellular transport of long-chain fatty acids into the mitochondrial matrix for beta-oxidation. It has been studied extensively in metabolic and exercise physiology research for its relationship to fatty acid utilization, mitochondrial energy production, and recovery-associated metabolic pathways.

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541-15-1
CAS
161.20 g/mol
Molecular weight
10mL
Vial

What is L-Carnitine?

Metabolic · 100mg/mL · 10mL

L-Carnitine is a naturally occurring quaternary ammonium compound involved in the intracellular transport of long-chain fatty acids into the mitochondrial matrix for beta-oxidation. It has been studied extensively in metabolic and exercise physiology research for its relationship to fatty acid utilization, mitochondrial energy production, and recovery-associated metabolic pathways. Its role as a carrier molecule within mitochondrial transport systems makes it foundational to cellular energy metabolism research across multiple physiologic contexts. Sterile solution, 10mL vial at 100mg/mL. For research use only.

Sold individually for Lipo-C protocol bundle. Amino acid derivative, not a peptide.

Compound Information

Technical specifications

Molecular Profile

What Is L-Carnitine?

Type Small molecule
CAS Number 541-15-1
Molecular Weight 161.20 g/mol
Formula C7H15NO3
PubChem Database
Storage Requirements

Stability Information

  • Lyophilized
  • Protect from light
  • For research use only
  • Lyophilized
    -20°C 24 months (unopened)
  • Reconstituted
    2–8°C Up to 30 days
  • Working solution
    2–8°C Use within 7 days

Product specifications

Technical details

Technical specifications
CAS number
541-15-1
Molecular formula
C7H15NO3
Molecular weight
161.20 g/mol g/mol
Type
Small molecule
Vial size
10mL
Molecular weight
161.20 g/mol — Registry verified

Storage & Handling

Storage conditions for unopened vials

LYOPHILIZED
-20°C

Long-term storage. Protect from moisture and light.

RECONSTITUTED
2–8°C

Refrigerate after reconstitution. Do not freeze reconstituted solution unless validated for your protocol.

SHIPPING
Ambient

Lyophilized peptides ship at ambient temperature under normal conditions.

WARNINGS
  • For research use only — not for human or veterinary consumption.
  • Handle with appropriate PPE in a controlled laboratory environment.
  • Confirm form, salt, and concentration against your supplier CoA before use.

Sources & References

Peer-reviewed research

Database PubChem CID 10917 View Source

L-Carnitine is a naturally occurring quaternary ammonium compound involved in the intracellular transport of long-chain fatty acids into the mitochondrial matrix for beta-oxidation. It has been studied extensively in metabolic and exercise physiology research for its relationship to fatty acid utilization, mitochondrial energy production, and recovery-associated metabolic pathways. Its role as a carrier molecule within mitochondrial transport systems makes it foundational to cellular energy metabolism research across multiple physiologic contexts. Sterile solution, 10mL vial at 100mg/mL. For research use only.

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