Acetyl-L-carnitine is a stimulator of α-secretase activity and metabolism of amyloid precursor protein (APP). It has been shown to induce NF-κB-mediated upregulation of mGluR2 receptors, thereby exhibiting antidepressant, neuroprotective, analgesic, and antinociceptive activities.
CAS Number
3040-38-8
Chemical Formula
C9H17NO4
Exact Mass
203.1158
Molecular Weight
203.23
Elemental Analysis
C, 53.19; H, 8.43; N, 6.89; O, 31.49
Synonym
Acetyl-L-carnitine; Acetyl L carnitine; ALCAR; L-Acetylcarnitine; L-O-Acetylcarnitine; LAC;
Shipped under ambient temperature as non-hazardous chemical. This product is stable enough for a few weeks during ordinary shipping and time spent in Customs.
Storage Condition
Dry, dark and at 0 - 4 C for short term (days to weeks) or -20 C for long term (months to years).
Solubility
Soluble in DMSO
Shelf Life
>2 years if stored properly
Drug Formulation
This drug may be formulated in DMSO
Stock Solution Storage
0 - 4℃ for short term (days to weeks), or -20℃ for long term (months).
HS Tariff Code
2934.99.9001
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