L-Carnitinenitrile Chloride

Name: L-Carnitinenitrile Chloride
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-048855

About L-Carnitinenitrile Chloride

Vaqora Chemicals supplies L-Carnitinenitrile Chloride, a process intermediate or related compound of Levocarnitine registered under CAS number 2788-28-5. Its molecular formula is C7H15ClN2O and its molecular weight is 178.66 g/mol. The IUPAC name is [(2R)-3-cyano-2-hydroxypropyl]-trimethylazanium chloride. Alternative names: L-Carnitinnitrilchlorid.

It is supplied as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is a process intermediate or related compound in the synthesis of Levocarnitine, useful for route development, impurity fate-and-purge studies and analytical method development. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, L-Carnitinenitrile Chloride is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development

Industries

Related to Levocarnitine

View every impurity, metabolite and intermediate we list for Levocarnitine.

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	L-Carnitinenitrile Chloride
Catalogue No.	VQ-048855
CAS Number	2788-28-5
IUPAC name	[(2R)-3-cyano-2-hydroxypropyl]-trimethylazanium chloride
Molecular formula	C₇H₁₅ClN₂O
Molecular weight	178.66 g/mol
Exact mass	178.0873
InChIKey	ZOYKKWXSDFNANU-OGFXRTJISA-M
SMILES	C[N+](C)(C)C[C@@H](CC#N)O.[Cl-]
PubChem CID	200829

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	44 Å²
Synonyms	(2R)-3-cyano-2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethylpropan-1-aminium chloride, 1-Propanaminium, 3-cyano-2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-, chloride (1:1), (2R)-, (R)-3-cyano-2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethylpropan-1-aminium chloride, (R)-3-Cyano-2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-1-propanaminium chloride, 1-Propanaminium, 3-cyano-2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-, chloride, (R)-, L-Carnitinnitrilchlorid, L-(3-Cyano-2-hydroxypropyl)trimethylammonium chloride, Ammonium, (3-cyano-2-hydroxypropyl)trimethyl-, chloride, L-, (R)-(3-Cyano-2-hydroxypropyl)-trimethylammoniumchlorid, (2R)-(-)-3-Cyano-2-hydroxypropyltrimethylammonium chloride, Ammonium, (3-cyano-2-hydroxypropyl)trimethyl-, chloride, (-)-

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H332Harmful if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of L-Carnitinenitrile Chloride?

The CAS Registry Number of L-Carnitinenitrile Chloride is 2788-28-5. It is also known as (2R)-3-cyano-2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethylpropan-1-aminium chloride, 1-Propanaminium, 3-cyano-2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-, chloride (1:1), (2R)-, (R)-3-cyano-2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethylpropan-1-aminium chloride.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of L-Carnitinenitrile Chloride?

L-Carnitinenitrile Chloride has the molecular formula C7H15ClN2O and a molecular weight of 178.66 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is [(2R)-3-cyano-2-hydroxypropyl]-trimethylazanium chloride.

What is L-Carnitinenitrile Chloride used for?

L-Carnitinenitrile Chloride is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Levocarnitine. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of L-Carnitinenitrile Chloride can I order?

We supply L-Carnitinenitrile Chloride, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with L-Carnitinenitrile Chloride?

Yes. Every lot of L-Carnitinenitrile Chloride is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can L-Carnitinenitrile Chloride be shipped internationally?

Yes. L-Carnitinenitrile Chloride is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.