A small molecule that shuttles fatty acids into mitochondria — a research-grade reference for metabolism and energy studies.
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L-Carnitine is a small natural molecule (not a peptide) that plays a key role in cellular energy production. It's the carrier that ferries long-chain fatty acids into mitochondria, where the cell burns them for fuel. As a research compound, it's a standard reference for anyone studying metabolism, mitochondria, or fatty-acid biology.
How it's been studied: Lab research uses L-Carnitine as a substrate for the carnitine shuttle enzymes (CPT-1 and CPT-2) and as a reference for measuring acylcarnitine profiles by mass spectrometry. It's also used in mitochondrial respiration experiments — the kind that measure how efficiently cells make energy.
Where you'll see it in research:
Handling notes: Pulls moisture from the air — keep tightly sealed. Stable in solution at neutral pH.
Every batch is third-party tested for purity, identity, and contaminants. Download the COA for the lot you receive.
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$284.00
Molecular Weight
161.20 g/mol
Form
Lyophilized powder
Storage
Sealed at room temperature or 2-8°C. Reconstituted: 2-8°C, use within 30 days.
Sequence
(not applicable — small molecule)
All compounds are sold individually and do not include reconstitution supplies, syringes, or aliquoting tools. Products ship in lyophilized (freeze-dried) form and require proper reconstitution before use in research settings. See our Reconstitution Solution page for laboratory-grade bacteriostatic water.
Research use only — not for human or animal consumption. See our Research Use Disclaimer.
