DL-Carnitine hydrochloride

Also known as: (±)-Carnitine hydrochloride, Carnitine chloride, DL-Carnitine chloride, 3-Hydroxy-4-(trimethylammonio)butanoate hydrochloride, 3-Hydroxy-4-(trimethylammonio)butyrate hydrochloride, 3-Carboxy-2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethylpropan-1-aminium chloride, 1-Propanaminium, 3-carboxy-2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-, chloride (1:1), Vitamin BT hydrochloride, Bicarnesine, Monocamin, Aplegin

DL-Carnitine hydrochloride (CAS 461-05-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H16ClNO3 and a molecular weight of 197.660 g/mol. Key property: a melting point of 190-205ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 461-05-2
Jingsj CID: J-13331-3
Molecular Formula: C₇H₁₆ClNO₃
Molecular Weight: 197.660 g/mol
Category: Organic Acids
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	190-205ºC
Exact Mass	197.081863
PSA	57.53000
Additional Property	SOLUBLE

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information	[1]. Oyanagi E, et al. Protective action of L-carnitine on cardiac mitochondrial function and structure against fatty acidstress. Biochem Biophys Res Commun. 2011 Aug 19;412(1):61-7. [2]. Li J, et al. l-carnitine protects human hepatocytes from oxidative stress-induced toxicity through Akt-mediated activation of Nrf2 signaling pathway. Can J Physiol Pharmacol. 2016 May;94(5):517-25. [3]. Jang J, et al. l-Carnitine supplement reduces skeletal muscle atrophy induced by prolonged hindlimb suspension in rats. Appl Physiol Nutr Metab. 2016 Dec;41(12):1240-1247. [4]. Zambrano S, et al. L-carnitine attenuates the development of kidney fibrosis in hypertensive rats by upregulating PPAR-γ. Am J Hypertens. 2014 Mar;27(3):460-70.

Additional Information

[1]. Oyanagi E, et al. Protective action of L-carnitine on cardiac mitochondrial function and structure against fatty acidstress. Biochem Biophys Res Commun. 2011 Aug 19;412(1):61-7. [2]. Li J, et al. l-carnitine protects human hepatocytes from oxidative stress-induced toxicity through Akt-mediated activation of Nrf2 signaling pathway. Can J Physiol Pharmacol. 2016 May;94(5):517-25. [3]. Jang J, et al. l-Carnitine supplement reduces skeletal muscle atrophy induced by prolonged hindlimb suspension in rats. Appl Physiol Nutr Metab. 2016 Dec;41(12):1240-1247. [4]. Zambrano S, et al. L-carnitine attenuates the development of kidney fibrosis in hypertensive rats by upregulating PPAR-γ. Am J Hypertens. 2014 Mar;27(3):460-70.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2923900090
Summary	2923900090 other quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of DL-Carnitine hydrochloride?

The CAS number of DL-Carnitine hydrochloride is 461-05-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of DL-Carnitine hydrochloride?

DL-Carnitine hydrochloride has molecular formula C7H16ClNO3 and molecular weight 197.660 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of DL-Carnitine hydrochloride?

For DL-Carnitine hydrochloride, Upstream Products: 4-Chloroacetoacetanilide, Aniline hydrochloride; Downstream Products: O-Acetyl-L-carnitine hydrochloride, DL-Carnitine, Crotonobetaine hydrochloride.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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