Vitamins
REACH
L-Carnitine Hydrochloride
CAS Number
6645-46-1
EC Number
229-663-6
What is L-Carnitine Hydrochloride?
Levocarnitine Chloride (CAS 6645-46-1), also known as L-(-)-carnitine hydrochloride or Carnitine HCl, is the hydrochloride salt form of L-carnitine.
Where is L-Carnitine Hydrochloride used?
- Pharmaceuticals: active ingredient in oral solutions, tablets and injectables for carnitine deficiency
- Sports nutrition and dietary supplements: powders, capsules and functional beverages
- Animal feed: premixes and compound feeds for swine and poultry
- Food and nutraceutical manufacturers apply it in fortified products as a stable, water-soluble carnitine source.
Commercial specifications
- Bulk supply, packaging from kilogram quantities to multi-tonne orders
Other Names (Synonyms)
Levocarnitine Chloride|L-(-)-carnitine hydrochloride|Carnitine hcl|[(2r)-3-carboxy-2-hydroxypropyl]-trimethylazanium chloride|Levocarnitine hydrochloride
What are the physical properties of L-Carnitine Hydrochloride?
Melting Point 65 °C
Appearance white to slightly beige crystalline powder
Color White to Off-White
Form Solid
Water Solubility soluble
Log P -4.518 (est)
How is L-Carnitine Hydrochloride classified and handled safely? Learn More
Warning
GHS07· Irritant
Hazard Statements
H315 Causes skin irritation
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary Statements
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to L-Carnitine Hydrochloride?
HS Code 29239000
WGK (Germany) 2