Technical Data

160604
CAS Number
195207-76-2
Grade
Highly Purified
Molecular Formula
C23H45NO5
Molecular Weight
415.61
EU Commodity Code
38220090
Shipping Temp
RT
Storage Temp
RT/4°C
3-Hydroxyhexadecanoylcarnitine
3-Hydroxypalmitoylcarnitine; (2R)-3-Carboxy-2-[(3-hydroxy-1-oxohexadecyl)oxy]-N,N,N-trimethyl-1-propanaminiumInner Salt, [1(R)]-3-Carboxy-2-[(3-hydroxy-1-oxohexadecyl)oxy]-N,N,N-trimethyl-1-propanaminium Inner Salt

3-Hydroxyhexadecanoylcarnitine inner salt is a carnitine derivative, an essential cofactor of the the fatty acid metabolism that is required for the transport of fatty acirds through the inner mitochondrial membrane.

Melting Point: >97°C (subl.)
Solubility: DMSO (Sparingly), Methanol

Intended for research use only. Not for use in human, therapeutic, or diagnostic applications.

References
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