4047-38-5

Basic information

• Product Name: 2-[(6-aminohexanoyl)oxy]-N,N,N-trimethylethanaminium
• CAS NO: 4047-38-5
• Molecular Formula: C₁₁H₂₅N₂O₂
• Molecular Weight: 217.3279
• Mol File: 4047-38-5.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• CAS DataBase Reference: 2-[(6-aminohexanoyl)oxy]-N,N,N-trimethylethanaminium(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: 2-[(6-aminohexanoyl)oxy]-N,N,N-trimethylethanaminium(4047-38-5)
• EPA Substance Registry System: 2-[(6-aminohexanoyl)oxy]-N,N,N-trimethylethanaminium(4047-38-5)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 4047-38-5(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

2-[(6-aminohexanoyl)oxy]-N,N,N-trimethylethanaminium, also known as carnitine, is a naturally occurring quaternary amine compound that plays a critical role in energy production in the body. It is essential for the transport of fatty acids into the mitochondria, where they can be oxidized to produce energy. Carnitine is found in high concentrations in tissues that utilize fatty acids as a primary source of energy, such as skeletal and cardiac muscles. Additionally, it has been used as a dietary supplement for its potential benefits in improving exercise performance, muscle recovery, and fat metabolism. Furthermore, carnitine has also been studied for its potential therapeutic applications in treating various metabolic and cardiovascular disorders.