Category:
Prophylactic Biological Products
CAS NO:
541-15-1
Standard:
USP,
L-Carnitine forms white crystals or a white crystalline hygroscopic powder. It has a slight characteristic odor.
L-Carnitine is extremely hygroscopic and even deliquescent and it can liquefy on exposure to air.
L-Carnitine melts above 200℃under decomposition.
L-Carnitine is highly soluble in water, in alcohol, in alkaline solutions, and in dilute mineral acids. It is practically insoluble in acetone or ethyl acetate.