{"product_id":"l-carnitine","title":"L-Carnitine","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurity:\u003c\/strong\u003e ≥99% HPLC\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lyophilized powder\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400 mg per vial\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e LC400\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eL-Carnitine (β-hydroxy-γ-trimethylaminobutyric acid, levocarnitine) is a quaternary ammonium compound synthesized endogenously from the essential amino acids lysine and methionine, with the final biosynthetic step occurring primarily in the liver and kidney and requiring ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) as a cofactor for the γ-butyrobetaine hydroxylase reaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary metabolic function of L-carnitine is to transport long-chain fatty acids (LCFA, C12–C18) across the otherwise impermeable inner mitochondrial membrane as acylcarnitine esters via the carnitine shuttle system — a process involving carnitine palmitoyltransferase I (CPT-I, outer membrane) and CPT-II (inner membrane). Without this transport system, LCFAs cannot access the mitochondrial matrix for beta-oxidation. Research applications span fundamental mitochondrial energetics, cardiac metabolism, exercise physiology, and metabolic disease models where carnitine deficiency may impair fatty acid oxidation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eResearch Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eL-Carnitine has been examined in experimental studies related to:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarnitine shuttle system and CPT-I\/CPT-II transport mechanism studies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong-chain fatty acid beta-oxidation and mitochondrial energetics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCardiac fatty acid utilization and cardiac metabolism research\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrimary and secondary carnitine deficiency models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExercise physiology and fat oxidation during endurance performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetabolic disease models with impaired fatty acid oxidation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHandling and Storage (Laboratory Guidance)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is supplied as a lyophilized peptide powder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypical laboratory handling recommendations include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore at 2–8 °C upon receipt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect from heat, moisture, and direct light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid excessive agitation of the solution to maintain peptide stability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReconstitution, if required for laboratory experiments, should be performed using appropriate sterile laboratory techniques.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse of acetic acid water (0.6%) or sterile bacteriostatic water is recommended for peptides with low aqueous solubility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor reconstitution, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mvlabs.mx\/pages\/calculadora-de-peptidos\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCLICK HERE to use the PEPTIDE CALCULATOR\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLaboratory protocols may vary depending on the specific research application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResearch grade material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh purity (≥99%)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLyophilized for stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntended for controlled laboratory environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDocumentation such as analytical data or certificates of analysis may be available depending on the supplier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eImportant Disclaimer – Research Use Only\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is provided strictly for laboratory research and analytical purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is not intended for human or animal consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis compound: is not a drug, is not a dietary supplement, and has not been approved by regulatory authorities such as the FDA, EMA, or other agencies for medical use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe purchaser agrees that the product will be handled only by qualified professionals in appropriate research facilities and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. The supplier assumes no liability for misuse or improper handling of this material.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MV Labs","offers":[{"title":"400 mg","offer_id":44510491017331,"sku":"LC400","price":1000.0,"currency_code":"MXN","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/3577\/6371\/files\/Carnitine_detail.png?v=1775055772","url":"https:\/\/mvlabs.mx\/products\/l-carnitine","provider":"MV Labs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}