Product Overview
L-Carnitine is a naturally occurring amino acid derivative supplied by PeptaCo for qualified laboratory research. It is widely referenced in metabolic research, energy metabolism studies, and formulation development. L-Carnitine plays a key role in fatty acid transport and mitochondrial biology research.
Key Product Details
- Product Name: L-Carnitine
- Specification: 1200mg per vial
- Product Form: Lyophilized powder
- Category: Metabolic Research Compounds
- Chemical Class: Quaternary ammonium compound (amino acid derivative)
Chemical Identity
L-Carnitine is (3R)-3-hydroxy-4-(trimethylazaniumyl)butanoate. It functions as a carrier molecule in fatty acid metabolism research. Molecular Formula: C₇H₁₅NO₃. Molecular Weight: ~161 Da. PubChem CID: 508. This listing covers the 1200mg specification for research applications.
Research Context
L-Carnitine is extensively studied in metabolic research for its role in fatty acid transport across mitochondrial membranes. It is commonly referenced in energy metabolism, exercise physiology, and formulation development research. PeptaCo supplies L-Carnitine in high-purity format for qualified laboratory customers.
Storage and Handling
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct light. Follow batch-specific storage instructions provided with the certificate of analysis. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles. Handle using standard laboratory practices.
Documentation and Quality
Batch-specific analytical documentation is available to qualified customers upon request. Contact PeptaCo with the product SKU and required quantity to request the current documentation package, which may include identity confirmation, purity analysis, and batch traceability records.
Important Notice
This product is supplied for qualified laboratory research and analytical applications only. It is not for human or veterinary use. Product specifications may vary by batch. Appearance, analytical results, counter-ion information, and other release specifications should be confirmed against the certificate issued for the current batch.
