Acetyl-L-Carnitine HCl (ALCAR HCl)
| Product Name | Acetyl-L-Carnitine HCl |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | Acetyl-L-Carnitine Hydrochloride |
| Abbreviation | ALCAR / ALCAR HCl |
| CAS No. | 5080-50-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C9H18ClNO4 |
| Molecular Weight | 239.70 g/mol |
| Packing | 25KG Fiber Drums |
| Origin | China |
What Is Acetyl-L-Carnitine HCl?
Acetyl-L-Carnitine HCl, also known as Acetyl-L-Carnitine Hydrochloride or ALCAR HCl, is the hydrochloride salt of acetyl-L-carnitine, an acetylated derivative of L-carnitine. It is a specialty nutritional ingredient widely used in dietary supplements, sports nutrition, and advanced nutrition formulations.
The hydrochloride form provides a stable, convenient powdered form suitable for formulation and handling.
Specifications
| Test Items | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Particle size (mesh) | Through 20 mesh |
| Tapped density | 0.3 - 0.8 g/ml |
| Specific rotation | -27° – -29° |
| pH | 2.3 – 2.6 |
| Water content | ≤ 0.5% |
| Assay | 98% - 101% |
| Residue on ignition | ≤ 0.5% |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 10 ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 1 ppm |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤ 3 ppm |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ≤ 1 ppm |
| Mercury (Hg) | ≤ 0.1 ppm |
| Total Plate Count (TPC) | ≤ 1000 Cfu/g |
| E. coli | Negative |
| Salmonella | Negative |
| Yeast & Mold | ≤ 100 Cfu/g |
Applications of Acetyl-L-Carnitine HCl
Acetyl-L-Carnitine HCl (ALCAR HCl) is a versatile nutritional ingredient used in dietary supplements, sports nutrition, active lifestyle products, and specialized nutrition formulations. Its water-soluble powder form makes it suitable for a variety of finished dosage formats, including capsules, tablets, powders, and sachets.
- Dietary Supplements: Standalone ingredient or multi-ingredient formulas in capsules, tablets and powders.
- Sports Nutrition: Used in pre-workout, intra-workout and recovery products.
- Energy & Metabolism Formulations: Supports cellular energy and fatty acid metabolism.
- Cognitive Nutrition: Included in brain-health and mental-performance formulas.
- Healthy Aging & Specialized Nutrition: Used in premium formulations for aging support.
- Functional Nutrition: Compatible with wide range of formulation systems.
Packaging & storage
- Packing: 25 kg fiber drum with food-grade inner liner. Custom packaging available upon request.
- Storage: Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place, protected from moisture and direct sunlight.
- Shelf Life: 24 months when properly stored in original unopened packaging.