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Product Attributes
Model No.: 541-15-1
Product Description
L-Carnitine is a naturally occurring amino acid derivative widely used as a nutritional ingredient in sports nutrition, dietary supplements, functional foods, and wellness formulations. It is supplied as a high-purity powder for manufacturers developing products focused on energy metabolism, active lifestyle nutrition, and carnitine-based supplement applications.
As a recognized nutritional ingredient, L-Carnitine is available in multiple forms including L-Carnitine base and L-Carnitine salts. Its established market presence and formulation versatility make it a common choice for supplement brands and nutrition product developers.
L-Carnitine is a naturally occurring compound synthesized from the Amino Acids lysine and methionine. It plays a role in normal fatty acid transport processes within cells and is widely recognized as a key component of carnitine metabolism.
Commercial L-Carnitine is commonly produced through fermentation processes and supplied as a white crystalline powder. It is widely used in capsules, tablets, powder drinks, sports nutrition formulas, and functional nutrition products.
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | L-Carnitine |
| Category | Nutritional Ingredients / Amino Acid Derivatives / Sports Nutrition Ingredients |
| CAS Number | 541-15-1 |
| Molecular Formula | C7H15NO3 |
| Molecular Weight | 161.20 g/mol |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Assay Grade | Common nutritional grades such as 98% and above |
| Identification Method | HPLC and other analytical methods |
| Typical Applications | Dietary supplements, sports nutrition products, functional foods, energy nutrition formulas |
| Shelf Life | Typically 24 months under recommended storage conditions |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry place, protected from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight |
| Packaging | Common packaging includes 1kg and 5kg aluminum foil bags or 25kg fiber drums; customized packaging available |
L-Carnitine is widely used in sports nutrition products including capsules, tablets, powder blends, and pre-workout nutrition formulas. It is commonly selected by brands developing active lifestyle supplements.
Supplement manufacturers incorporate L-Carnitine into nutritional products requiring a recognized carnitine ingredient with reliable quality specifications.
L-Carnitine can be included in functional foods and nutrition products where manufacturers require an established ingredient for energy metabolism-related formulations.
For ingredient buyers, selecting L-Carnitine requires consideration of chemical form, purity grade, dosage format, and finished product requirements. Different L-Carnitine forms may be selected depending on formulation goals and manufacturing preferences.
| Selection Factor | Why It Matters | Typical Buyer Consideration |
|---|---|---|
| Carnitine Form | Different forms have different chemical characteristics and applications | Select L-Carnitine base or specific salts according to formula requirements |
| Purity Grade | Affects ingredient consistency and label accuracy | High-purity nutritional grades are commonly preferred |
| Dosage Form Compatibility | Influences processing and finished product design | Suitable for capsules, tablets, powders, and beverage applications |
| Quality Documentation | Supports supplier qualification and product evaluation | COA, TDS, SDS, and analytical reports are commonly requested |
L-Carnitine is commonly supplied in 1kg and 5kg aluminum foil bags or 25kg fiber drums for bulk ingredient handling. Customized packaging solutions can be arranged according to production, storage, and transportation requirements.
L-Carnitine supports customized nutrition product development projects. OEM services may include formula development, powder blending, capsule and Tablet Manufacturing, customized packaging, labeling solutions, and technical documentation support.
Typical quality control procedures for L-Carnitine include:
L-Carnitine is used as a nutritional ingredient in sports nutrition products, dietary supplements, and functional nutrition formulas. It is commonly selected for products related to energy metabolism and active lifestyle nutrition.
L-Carnitine and Acetyl L-Carnitine are different carnitine forms with different chemical structures. Manufacturers select each form according to their specific formulation objectives and product positioning.
L-Carnitine quality is commonly evaluated through HPLC assay testing, identity confirmation, impurity analysis, moisture testing, and other applicable nutritional ingredient quality procedures.
L-Carnitine is a widely used nutritional ingredient for sports nutrition, dietary supplements, and functional nutrition products. With high-purity specifications, reliable quality control, and flexible packaging options, it supports professional formulation development, OEM projects, and bulk ingredient procurement.
Contact us today to request samples, a COA, technical documents, and a wholesale quotation for L-Carnitine.

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