Valeryl-L-carnitine Chloride

• CAT Number: C000356
• CAS Number: 162040-64-4
• Molecular Formula: C₁₂H₂₃ClNO₄
• Molecular Weight: 280.77
• Purity: ≥95%
• Solubility: Methanol (Slightly), Water (Slightly)
• Appearance: White to Off-White Solid
• Storage: -20°C, Hygroscopic

Valeryl-L-carnitine Chloride(CAT: C000356) is a derivative of L-carnitine, which is a cofactor that facilitates the oxidation of fatty acid. Valeryl-L-carnitine Chloride can be used to synthesize antidepressants for treating geriatric depression and may have potential application for developing nutrient conjugates that can be transported across the blood brain barrier.

Reference

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