Description

Myristoyl-L-Carnitine is a high-purity, long-chain acylcarnitine derivative essential for cellular energy metabolism. This compound serves as a critical intermediate in the transport of fatty acids into the mitochondrial matrix for β-oxidation, making it a valuable biochemical tool and ingredient. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical developers, and manufacturers in the nutraceutical and diagnostic sectors for metabolic studies, formulation development, and as a reference standard.

Application

• Biochemical Research & Reference Standard: Used as a critical analytical standard in LC-MS/MS and HPLC methods for quantifying acylcarnitine profiles in metabolic disorder diagnostics and research.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key building block or active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) in the development of therapies targeting metabolic syndromes, cardiovascular health, and energy metabolism.
• Nutraceutical Formulations: Incorporated into advanced dietary supplements aimed at supporting cellular energy production, athletic performance, and healthy lipid metabolism.
• Diagnostic Kit Manufacturing: An essential component in the production of in-vitro diagnostic (IVD) kits and reagents for newborn screening and the detection of inherited metabolic diseases like fatty acid oxidation disorders.
• Cell Culture & Metabolism Studies: Employed in academic and industrial research to investigate mitochondrial function, fatty acid metabolism, and related cellular pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Myristoyl-L-Carnitine
CAS No.	25597-07-3
Molecular Formula	C21H41NO4
Molecular Weight	371.56 g/mol
Synonyms	L-Tetradecanoylcarnitine; Tetradecanoyl-L-carnitine; Myristoylcarnitine; (3-Carboxy-2-hydroxypropyl)trimethylammonium myristate inner salt; C14:0 Carnitine; 3-Carboxy-2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-1-propanaminium myristate; L-Carnitine myristoyl ester; Acylcarnitine C14
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Myristoyl-L-Carnitine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets high-grade specifications suitable for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific results are provided to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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); ensure the container is sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Specific Optical Rotation	Contact for details

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