CAS 461-06-3

(±)-Carnitine

Description:

(±)-Carnitine, with the CAS number 461-06-3, is a quaternary ammonium compound that plays a crucial role in the metabolism of fatty acids. It is a zwitterionic molecule, meaning it has both positive and negative charges, which contributes to its solubility in water. (±)-Carnitine exists as a racemic mixture of two enantiomers, L-carnitine and D-carnitine, with the L-form being biologically active and essential for transporting long-chain fatty acids into the mitochondria for energy production. This compound is naturally synthesized in the body from the amino acids lysine and methionine and is found in high concentrations in tissues with high energy demands, such as skeletal and cardiac muscles. In addition to its metabolic functions, (±)-Carnitine is often used as a dietary supplement, purported to enhance athletic performance and support weight loss, although scientific evidence on these claims varies. Its safety profile is generally favorable, but excessive intake may lead to side effects. Overall, (±)-Carnitine is integral to energy metabolism and has potential therapeutic applications.

Formula: C₇H₁₅NO₃

InChI: InChI=1/C7H15NO3/c1-8(2,3)5-6(9)4-7(10)11/h6,9H,4-5H2,1-3H3

InChI key: InChIKey=PHIQHXFUZVPYII-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C([N+](C)(C)C)C(CC([O-])=O)O

Synonyms:

• (±)-(3-Carboxy-2-hydroxypropyl)trimethylammonium hydroxide
• 1-Propanaminium, 3-carboxy-2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-, hydroxide, inner salt, (±)-
• 1-Propanaminium, 3-carboxy-2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-, inner salt
• 3-Hydroxy-4-(Trimethylammonio)Butanoate
• 3-Hydroxy-4-(trimethylazaniumyl)butanoate
• 3-Hydroxy-4-trimethylammoniobutanoate
• <span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-Carnitine
• Ammonium, (3-carboxy-2-hydroxypropyl)trimethyl-, hydroxide, inner salt, <span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-
• Cardiogen
• Carnicor
• Carnitin
• Carnum
• Carrier
• DL-Carnitine
• Excitine
• Miocor
• Miotonal
• Novain
• Novaine
• Vitacarn
• β-Hydroxy-γ-trimethylaminobutyric acid
• γ-Amino-β-hydroxybutyric acid trimethylbetaine
• γ-Trimethyl-β-hydroxybutyrobetaine
• (±)-Carnitine
• Ammonium, (3-carboxy-2-hydroxypropyl)trimethyl-, hydroxide, inner salt, DL-
• L-Carnitine Base /HCL
• CARNITINE CHLORIDE, DL-(RG)

DL-Carnitine

CAS: 461-06-3

DL-Carnitine: found in liver/muscle, used therapeutically for pancreatic/gastric secretions and hyperlipoproteinemia treatment.

Formula: C₇H₁₅NO₃

Purity: 99.75%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 161.2

Ref: TM-T0743

DL-Carnitine

CAS: 461-06-3

DL-Carnitine

Purity: ≥98%

Molecular weight: 161.2g/mol

Ref: 54-BUP17835