L-Carnitine, 99%

Name: L-Carnitine, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-003849

About L-Carnitine, 99%

Listed under CAS 541-15-1, L-Carnitine is a natural product available from Vaqora Chemicals (Biochemistry grade), specified at 99% purity. With the molecular formula C7H15NO3, it has a molar mass of 161.2 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is (3R)-3-hydroxy-4-(trimethylazaniumyl)butanoate. It is also known as Vitamin BT or Levocarnitine.

In its supplied form it is white to off-white powder or crystalline chunks. Reported physical data include a melting point of 197-212 °C. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span phytochemical research, natural product screening, nutraceutical R and D and diagnostic assays. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Available in 5 g, 25 g, 100 g and 1 kg packs, L-Carnitine is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Phytochemical research
Natural product screening
Nutraceutical R&D
Diagnostic assays

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	L-Carnitine, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-003849
CAS Number	541-15-1
IUPAC name	(3R)-3-hydroxy-4-(trimethylazaniumyl)butanoate
Molecular formula	C₇H₁₅NO₃
Molecular weight	161.2 g/mol
Exact mass	161.1052
Grade	Biochemistry
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29349900
InChIKey	PHIQHXFUZVPYII-ZCFIWIBFSA-N
SMILES	C[N+](C)(C)C[C@@H](CC(=O)[O-])O
PubChem CID	10917

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline chunks
Melting point	197-212 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	60.4 Å²
Synonyms	(−)-(R)-3-Hydroxy-4-(trimethylammonio)butyrate, Vitamin BT, Levocarnitine, (-)-Carnitine, (-)-L-Carnitine, L-(-)-Carnitine, Karnitin, Carnitene, Carnitine, (-)-, (3R)-3-hydroxy-4-(trimethylammonio)butanoate, Carnitor SF, gamma-Trimethyl-beta-hydroxybutyrobetaine

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements: P264, P264 + P265, P280, P302 + P352, P305 + P351 + P338, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364

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-Carnitine, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of L-Carnitine, 99% is 541-15-1. It is also known as (−)-(R)-3-Hydroxy-4-(trimethylammonio)butyrate, Vitamin BT, Levocarnitine.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of L-Carnitine, 99%?

L-Carnitine, 99% has the molecular formula C7H15NO3 and a molecular weight of 161.2 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (3R)-3-hydroxy-4-(trimethylazaniumyl)butanoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of L-Carnitine, 99% can I order?

We supply L-Carnitine, 99% in Biochemistry (99%) grade, in 5 g, 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with L-Carnitine, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of L-Carnitine, 99% 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-Carnitine, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. L-Carnitine, 99% 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.