L-Carnitine Base

L-Carnitine Base USP32/EP6 Charactristic: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 200under 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. ItemsSpecificationsResultsAppearance White crystalline powderWhite crystalline powder Identification A. Chemical method B. IR method A. Chemical method B. IR method Partical size Through 20 mesh Conforms Specific rotation (°) -29.0 -32.0 -31.17 pH 5.5 9.5 7.22 Water (%) ≤4.0 0.24 Residue on ignition (%) ≤0.5 0.08 Residue Acetone (%) ≤0.1 0.02 Arsenic (ppm) ≤2 <1 Chloride (%) ≤0.4 <0.02 Heavy metals (ppm) ≤10 <10 Cyanamid (ppm) Non Detectable Non Detectable Sodium (mg/kg) ≤0.1 <0.1 Potassium (mg/kg) ≤0.2 <0.2 Assay (%) 97.0 103.0 99.30 Application: L-Carnitine is a natural, vitamin-like nutrient responsible for promoting the β-oxidation process of long- chain fatty acids. In other words, it helps the body convert fatty acids into energy. L-Carnitine is often used in medicine and health food, sports drinks, infant nutrition and animal nutrition