O-Acetyl-L-carnitine hydrochloride
Also known as: Acetyl-L-carnitine hydrochloride, Acetyl-L-carnitine chloride, ALCAR, Levacecarnine hydrochloride, (R)-3-Acetoxy-4-(trimethylammonio)butyrate hydrochloride, (2R)-2-Acetoxy-3-carboxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-1-propanaminium chloride, O-Acetylcarnitine hydrochloride, Acetylcarnitine chloride, Nicetile, Branigen, Normobren, Zibren, ST 200
O-Acetyl-L-carnitine hydrochloride (CAS 5080-50-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H18ClNO4 and a molecular weight of 239.697 g/mol. Key property: a melting point of 194 °C (dec.)(lit.). It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 5080-50-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-12326-2
- Molecular Formula
- C9H18ClNO4
- Molecular Weight
- 239.697 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 194 °C (dec.)(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Exact Mass | 239.092438 |
| PSA | 63.60000 |
| LogP | 0.90100 |
| Refractive Index | -28 ° (C=1, H2O) |
| Additional Property | soluble |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Marcon M, et al. Acetyl-L-carnitine as a putative candidate for the treatment of stress-related psychiatric disorders: Novel evidence from a zebrafish model. Neuropharmacology. 2019 May 15;150:145-152. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of O-Acetyl-L-carnitine hydrochloride?
The CAS number of O-Acetyl-L-carnitine hydrochloride is 5080-50-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of O-Acetyl-L-carnitine hydrochloride?
O-Acetyl-L-carnitine hydrochloride has molecular formula C9H18ClNO4 and molecular weight 239.697 g/mol.
Is O-Acetyl-L-carnitine hydrochloride hazardous?
O-Acetyl-L-carnitine hydrochloride has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of O-Acetyl-L-carnitine hydrochloride?
For O-Acetyl-L-carnitine hydrochloride, Upstream Products: L-Carnitine hydrochloride, acetic acid, Acetyl chloride.
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