L-Carnitine Hydrochloride

Name: L-Carnitine Hydrochloride
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-048857

About L-Carnitine Hydrochloride

L-Carnitine Hydrochloride (CAS 6645-46-1) is a process intermediate or related compound of Levocarnitine offered by Vaqora Chemicals. The compound has the formula C7H16ClNO3, corresponding to a molecular weight of 197.66 g/mol. The IUPAC name is [(2R)-3-carboxy-2-hydroxypropyl]-trimethylazanium chloride. Common synonyms include (R)-Carnitine Hydrochloride and levocarnitine chloride.

The product is provided as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

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. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, L-Carnitine Hydrochloride 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.

Levocarnitine impurities

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	L-Carnitine Hydrochloride
Catalogue No.	VQ-048857
CAS Number	6645-46-1
IUPAC name	[(2R)-3-carboxy-2-hydroxypropyl]-trimethylazanium chloride
Molecular formula	C₇H₁₆ClNO₃
Molecular weight	197.66 g/mol
Exact mass	197.0819
InChIKey	JXXCENBLGFBQJM-FYZOBXCZSA-N
SMILES	C[N+](C)(C)C[C@@H](CC(=O)O)O.[Cl-]
PubChem CID	656657

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 4
TPSA	57.5 Å²
Synonyms	(R)-Carnitine Hydrochloride, levocarnitine chloride, L-Carnitine chloride, Carnitine HCl, levocarnitine hydrochloride, Carnitine L-form hydrochloride, LC-80, Levocarnitine chloride (JAN), l-(3-Carboxy-2-hydroxypropyl)trimethylammonium chloride, (-)-(3-Carboxy-2-hydroxypropyl)trimethylammonium chloride, (R)-(3-Carboxy-2-hydroxypropyl)trimethylammonium chloride, (R)-3-Carboxy-2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-1-propanaminium chloride

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, 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-Carnitine Hydrochloride?

The CAS Registry Number of L-Carnitine Hydrochloride is 6645-46-1. It is also known as (R)-Carnitine Hydrochloride, levocarnitine chloride, L-Carnitine chloride.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of L-Carnitine Hydrochloride?

L-Carnitine Hydrochloride has the molecular formula C7H16ClNO3 and a molecular weight of 197.66 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is [(2R)-3-carboxy-2-hydroxypropyl]-trimethylazanium chloride.

What is L-Carnitine Hydrochloride used for?

L-Carnitine Hydrochloride 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-Carnitine Hydrochloride can I order?

We supply L-Carnitine Hydrochloride, 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-Carnitine Hydrochloride?

Yes. Every lot of L-Carnitine Hydrochloride 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 Hydrochloride be shipped internationally?

Yes. L-Carnitine Hydrochloride 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.