L-Carnitine Fumarate
What is L-Carnitine Fumarate?
L-Carnitine Fumarate (CAS 90471-79-7) is a salt form of L-carnitine combining the amino acid derivative with fumaric acid, offering improved stability and flowability compared to L-carnitine tartrate or the free base.
Where is L-Carnitine Fumarate used?
- Nutraceutical, pharmaceutical and animal nutrition: bioavailable carnitine source for energy metabolism supplementation
- Dietary supplements: tablet and capsule formulations
- Direct compression manufacturing: solid-state stability and lower hygroscopicity
- Sports nutrition and weight management: active ingredient in powders and functional food formats
- Pharmaceutical oral dosage forms require precise carnitine dosing and shelf-life consistency.
- Animal feed and veterinary nutrition: carnitine supplement for livestock
- Companion animal products: metabolic performance
Good to know: Not to be confused with L-carnitine tartrate or the free base.
Commercial specifications
- Bulk quantities standard; smaller quantities for development
Other Names (Synonyms)
(R)-(3-Carboxy-2-hydroxypropyl)-trimethyl ammonium fumarate|L-Carnitine acid fumarate|RefChem:350616|(R)-(3-Carboxy-2-hydroxypropyl)trimethylammonium hydrogen fumarate|HNSUOMBUJRUZHJ-UEMBJLSASA-M|Levocarnitine Fumarate