Description

4-Pentenoylcarnitine is a specialized acylcarnitine derivative, a key intermediate in the study of fatty acid metabolism and mitochondrial function. This compound is of significant value for research and development in metabolic disorders and diagnostic applications. It is primarily utilized by biochemical researchers, pharmaceutical developers, and diagnostic manufacturers focused on inborn errors of metabolism, such as disorders of fatty acid oxidation.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and metabolic intermediate in studies of carnitine/acylcarnitine translocase and mitochondrial β-oxidation pathways.
• Diagnostic Assay Development: Serves as a critical calibrant and control in the development of tandem mass spectrometry (MS/MS) kits for newborn screening and metabolic profiling.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Investigated as a potential biomarker and therapeutic target in research related to metabolic syndromes, cardiovascular diseases, and energy metabolism disorders.
• Academic Research: Employed in university and institutional labs for fundamental research into lipid metabolism and mitochondrial bioenergetics.
• Contract Research Organizations (CROs): Supplied to CROs conducting preclinical studies and analytical method development for client projects in metabolic health.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Pentenoylcarnitine
CAS No.	20224-65-1
Molecular Formula	C12H21NO4
Molecular Weight	243.30 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Pentenoyl-L-carnitine; (3R)-3-[(4-Pentenoyl)oxy]-4-(trimethylammonio)butanoate; L-4-Pentenoylcarnitine; Pent-4-enoylcarnitine; C5:1 Carnitine; 4-Pentenoylcarnitine inner salt
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Quality Control

Our 4-Pentenoylcarnitine is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch is characterized and tested to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and diagnostic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles (typically via HPLC and MS) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and reliability for your critical work.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a dry environment. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). For long-term storage, consider desiccant or under an inert atmosphere. Allow the sealed container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (HPLC, Area%)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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