Description

Bromoacetylcarnitine is a specialized biochemical intermediate, a brominated derivative of acetyl-L-carnitine. This compound is of significant value in pharmaceutical research and development, particularly for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents and diagnostic probes. It is primarily sought after by research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in metabolic studies, drug discovery, and the production of high-purity reference standards.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of targeted drug candidates, especially those modulating metabolic pathways.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies to investigate carnitine acetyltransferase activity and fatty acid metabolism.
• Proteomics & Labeling Reagents: Serves as a reactive handle for the modification of peptides, proteins, or other biomolecules due to the bromoacetyl group.
• Reference Standard: Employed as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation in pharmaceutical analysis.
• Metabolic Pathway Investigation: A tool compound for studying disorders related to carnitine and acyl-carnitine metabolism.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Utilized in multi-step organic syntheses to introduce the carnitine moiety into more complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bromoacetylcarnitine
CAS No.	10034-25-0
Molecular Formula	C9H16BrNO4
Molecular Weight	282.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Bromoacetyl-L-carnitine; (R)-3-(Bromoacetoxy)-4-(trimethylammonio)butanoate; L-Carnitine bromoacetate; Bromoacetylcarnitine inner salt; Bromoacetyl carnitine; O-Bromoacetyl-L-carnitine; 4-(Trimethylammonio)-3-(bromoacetoxy)butanoate
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Quality Control

Our Bromoacetylcarnitine is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccated conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.