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D-Carnitine

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D-Carnitine chemical structure
CAS number541-14-0
FormulaC7H15NO3
Molar mass161.2 g/mol
Physical formSolid
HS code38229090
InChIKeyPHIQHXFUZVPYII-LURJTMIESA-N
IUPAC name(3S)-3-hydroxy-4-(trimethylazaniumyl)butanoate

About D-Carnitine

D-Carnitine is supplied by Zemixal as a characterised reference material for Levocarnitine analysis. Key data (Reference Standard): CAS 541-14-0, formula C7H15NO3 and molar mass 161.2 g/mol. It is handled as a solid.

Common uses in the lab and plant

  • Identification & assay
  • Method development & validation
  • QC reference material

Handling and storage

It carries the GHS signal word Warning (H315, H319 and H335), so wear gloves and eye protection and work with good ventilation.

Order it in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs or ask for a bulk quotation. You receive a certificate of analysis with characterisation data with each order. Add it to your quote list and our team replies with price, lead time and shipping options within one business day.

Reference standards for Levocarnitine

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Levocarnitine standards

Typical uses

  • Identification & assay
  • Method development & validation
  • QC reference material

Applications

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of D-Carnitine
Product nameD-Carnitine
Catalogue numberZX-031027
CAS number541-14-0
IUPAC name(3S)-3-hydroxy-4-(trimethylazaniumyl)butanoate
Molecular formulaC7H15NO3
Molar mass161.2 g/mol
Exact mass161.1052
GradeReference Standard
Physical formSolid
XLogP3-0.2
H-bond donors / acceptors1 / 3
Topological polar surface area60.4 Ų
HS code38229090
InChIKeyPHIQHXFUZVPYII-LURJTMIESA-N
SMILESC[N+](C)(C)C[C@H](CC(=O)[O-])O
PubChem CID2724480
Synonyms(+)-Carnitine, (S)-carnitine, Carnitine, (+)-, (3S)-3-hydroxy-4-(trimethylammonio)butanoate, S-(+)-3-hydroxy-4-trimethylaminobutyrate, 1-Propanaminium, 3-carboxy-2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-, hydroxide, inner salt, (S)-, L-I3-Trimethyl-I2-hydroxybutyrobetaine, 1-Propanaminium, 3-carboxy-2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-, hydroxide, inner salt, (S)-(9CI), (S)-3-Hydroxy-4-(trimethylammonio)butanoate, Carnitine D-form

Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.

Safety and GHS hazards

GHS07 Irritant or harmful
Irritant or harmful

Signal word Warning

  • 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 summarised from public GHS notifications. It can vary with grade and concentration, so always follow the SDS supplied with your lot.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of D-Carnitine
10 mgQuoted on request
25 mgQuoted on request
50 mgQuoted on request
100 mgQuoted on request

Need a different size? Bulk drums and custom packing are quoted on request through the quote form on this page.

Questions about D-Carnitine

Which CAS number identifies D-Carnitine?
D-Carnitine is registered under CAS 541-14-0. You may also see it listed as (+)-Carnitine, (S)-carnitine, Carnitine, (+)-. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-031027.
What are the formula and molar mass of D-Carnitine?
For D-Carnitine, its formula is C7H15NO3 and its molar mass is 161.2 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is (3S)-3-hydroxy-4-(trimethylazaniumyl)butanoate. InChIKey PHIQHXFUZVPYII-LURJTMIESA-N lets you match it in any structure database.
How is D-Carnitine used in pharmaceutical QC?
D-Carnitine is a characterised reference material linked to Levocarnitine. Laboratories use it to identify and quantify this impurity during method development and validation, stability work, batch release testing and regulatory submissions.
What grade and pack sizes are available for D-Carnitine?
This listing is Reference Standard grade. Standard packs are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with D-Carnitine?
Each lot ships with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section GHS safety data sheet. A typical COA or specification sheet can be shared with the quotation before you order.
Can Zemixal ship D-Carnitine to my country?
Yes. Because D-Carnitine is classed as hazardous, it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.

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