Essential cofactor of fatty acid metabolism; required for the transport of fatty acids through the inner mitochondrial membrane. Synthetized primarily in the liver and kidney; highest concentrations found in heart and skeletal muscle. Dietary sources include red meat, dairy products, beans, avocado.Alternate Name:Vitamin BT; (-)-b-Hydroxy-y-(trimethylammonio)butyrateCAS Number:541-15-1Molecular Formula:C7H15NO3Molecular Weight:161.20Synonyms:(2R)-3-Carboxy-2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-1-propanaminium Inner Salt; L-(3-Carboxy-2-hydroxypropyl)trimethyl Ammonium Hydroxide Inner Salt; (-)-Carnitine; (-)-L-Carnitine; (R)-Carnitine; Levocarnitine; Natrulon RC; ST 198; Vitamin BTAppearance:White crystalline powderPurity:≥97%Melting Point>185°C (dec.)Solubility:Methanol, WaterHeavy Metals:0.001%Optical Rotation:-29.0 to -32.0°Water:≤1%Storage:Hygroscopic, Refrigerator, under inert atmosphere
