Carnitine is a quaternary ammonium compound involved in metabolism in most mammals, plants, and some bacteria. In support of energy metabolism, carnitine transports long-chain fatty acids into mitochondria to be oxidized for energy production, and also participates in removing products of metabolism from cells.
CAS Number
406-76-8
Chemical Formula
C7H17NO4
Exact Mass
179.1158
Molecular Weight
179.22
Elemental Analysis
C, 46.91; H, 9.56; N, 7.82; O, 35.71
Synonym
Carnitine; Carnum; UNIIS7UI8SM58A; UNII S7UI8SM58A; UNII-S7UI8SM58A
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
>3 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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