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L-Carnitine 10ml

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L-Carnitine is a well-characterised small-molecule compound used in biochemical and cellular research to investigate fatty acid transport, mitochondrial metabolism, and acyl-group transfer processes in experimental systems.

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  • CAS Number: 541-15-1
  • Molecular Formula: C₇H₁₅NO₃
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L-Carnitine

Synonyms / Designations: L-Carnitine, Levocarnitine, (R)-3-hydroxy-4-(trimethylazaniumyl)butanoate
CAS Number: 541-15-1
Molecular Formula: C7H15NO3
Molecular Weight: 161.20 g/mol
Chemical Classification: Naturally occurring quaternary ammonium compound; zwitterionic small molecule
Purity: Manufactured to ≥ 99 % chemical purity (typical, specification-based)
Appearance: Clear liquid.
Pack Size: 10ml
Storage: Store in a cool dark place. Discard 30 DAYS after opening.

Description & Mechanism

L-Carnitine is a naturally occurring small molecule involved in mitochondrial fatty acid metabolism. In biochemical and cellular research systems, L-Carnitine functions as a carrier molecule facilitating the transport of long-chain fatty acids across the inner mitochondrial membrane via the carnitine shuttle mechanism.

Within experimental models, L-Carnitine participates in reversible esterification reactions with acyl-CoA derivatives, forming acylcarnitines that are translocated into the mitochondrial matrix for β-oxidation. This process is central to studies of cellular energy metabolism, mitochondrial function, and lipid handling under controlled laboratory conditions.

L-Carnitine is widely used as a reference compound in metabolic research due to its well-characterised chemical structure, stability, and conserved biochemical role across species.

Applications in Research

  • As a molecular tool for studying mitochondrial fatty acid transport mechanisms
  • Investigation of cellular energy metabolism and β-oxidation pathways
  • Use as a reference compound in metabolic, enzymatic, and transporter assays
  • In vitro and ex vivo studies examining acylcarnitine formation and turnover

Handling & Stability

  • Store in a cool dark place. Discard 30 DAYS after opening.
  • Shelf life: 36 MONTHS from production

Specifications Summary

Purity: ≥ 99 %
Appearance: Clear liquid
Molecular Weight: 161.20 g/mol
Chemical Type: Quaternary ammonium compound
Solubility: Water
Storage: Store in a cool dark place. Discard 30 DAYS after opening
Pack Size: 10ml

Precautions & Notes

  • Experimental behaviour of L-Carnitine may depend on concentration, cellular model, and metabolic state
  • Ionic strength and pH of assay buffers may influence transport and binding interactions
  • Appropriate controls are recommended to distinguish specific metabolic effects from osmotic or ionic effects
  • Intended strictly for laboratory research use; not for human or veterinary application

References

Bremer J. Carnitine—metabolism and functions. Physiological Reviews, 1983.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/6361812/

McGarry J.D., Brown N.F. The mitochondrial carnitine palmitoyltransferase system. European Journal of Biochemistry, 1997.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9063439/

Hoppel C. The role of carnitine in normal and altered fatty acid metabolism. American Journal of Kidney Diseases, 2003.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12751049/

NIH PubChem. L-Carnitine. CID 10917.
https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/10917

Keywords: L-Carnitine, Levocarnitine, Carnitine Shuttle, Mitochondrial Metabolism, Fatty Acid Transport

76 reviews for L-Carnitine 10ml

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    Very disappointed, previously used difrent l carnitine wchich make me sweat at the gym at dosage of 800mg . Oxford peptide doesn’t work at 5ml 2500mg IM injection at all

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    Fantastic price and it’s certainly living up to expectations, highly recommended, will be purchasing these again.

  48. Simon

    Is really hard to find properly dosed Carnitine at an affordable price. Will be buying again from here, does exactly as it should and is affordable to run for a decent amount of time. Very much appreciated!

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