Essential cofactor of fatty acid metabolism, required for the transport of fatty acids through the inner mitochondrial membrane. Synthetized primarily in the liver and kidney, highest concentrations found in heart and skeletal muscle. Dietary sources include red meat, dairy products, beans, avocado. Synonyms: (2R)-3-Carboxy-2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-1-propanaminium Inner Salt, L-(3-Carboxy-2-hydroxypropyl)trimethyl Ammonium Hydroxide Inner Salt, (-)-Carnitine, (-)-L-Carnitine, (R)-Carnitine, Levocarnitine, Natrulon RC, ST 198, Vitamin BT CAS Number: 541-15-1 Molecular Formula: C7H15NO3 Molecular Weight: 161.20 Purity: 97% Appearance: Off-white to white crystalline powder Melting Point: >185C (dec.) (lit) Optical Rotation (aD, c=10 in water, 20C): -29.0 to -32.0 Method for Determining Identity: Proton NMR Spectroscopic Analysis Storage and Stability: Powder is stable for 6 months after receipt at 4C.
Molecular Weight:
161.2
CAS Number:
[541-15-1]
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