Acetyl-L-carnitine powder and capsules

Description

Our Acetyl-L-carnitine powder and capsules come as loose powder or pre-filled capsules. It comes in 60 capsules, 500mg each or 100g powder. Each batch is tested by LC-MS to 99% purity or higher. Prices start at $25.99. It’s sold for laboratory research only.

You’ll find similar products in our nootropic powders range.

What is Acetyl-L-carnitine?

Acetyl-L-carnitine is the acetylated form of L-carnitine. The acetyl group helps it cross into the brain, and it can donate acetyl groups for acetylcholine synthesis.

It’s found naturally in the body.

Acetyl-L-carnitine powder and capsules specifications

• Compound: Acetyl-L-carnitine (ALCAR, Acetylcarnitine, L-AcetylLCarnitine)
• CAS number: 3040-38-8
• Molecular formula: C9H17NO4
• Molecular weight: 203.23
• Purity: 99% or higher, tested by LC-MS
• Size: 60 capsules, 500mg each and 100g powder
• Form: Loose powder or capsules
• Storage: Keep it refrigerated
• Use: laboratory research only, not for human or veterinary use

Research on Acetyl-L-carnitine

Montgomery and colleagues’ 2003 meta-analysis reported a small benefit in mild cognitive impairment.

Other studies looked at nerve pain.

You can find the papers on PubMed. We don’t make claims beyond what that literature reports.

Powder or capsules: choosing your Acetyl-L-carnitine

This listing covers Acetyl-L-carnitine in more than one form. The loose powder is the flexible, lower-cost option if you’re weighing your own amounts. The capsules hold a fixed amount each, which saves time when every sample has to be the same.

If you pick the powder, a scale that reads to 0.01g or better is worth having. Our digital scale and micro scoops are made for this kind of work. Either way, keep the container closed tight so moisture stays out.

Making a solution from Acetyl-L-carnitine powder

To make a stock solution, decide on the final volume and concentration first. For 30mL at 10mg/mL you’d weigh 300mg of Acetyl-L-carnitine, dissolve it in about 25mL of solvent, then top up to exactly 30mL.

Check the compound’s solubility in your chosen solvent before you start, and try a small test amount first. Store the finished solution in a labelled glass bottle.

How we test Acetyl-L-carnitine

Every batch of Acetyl-L-carnitine is checked with liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS) before it goes on sale. LC-MS separates a sample into its parts and identifies each one by mass, so it confirms what the compound is and how much of the sample it makes up. The current batch tested at 99% or higher.

Small differences between batches are normal, so write the batch number from the label into your records. If something looks wrong when your order arrives, like discoloured powder or a cloudy solution, set it aside and don’t use it.

How to store Acetyl-L-carnitine

Keep it refrigerated. Use a clean, dry scoop for the powder, and keep both forms sealed between uses. Label anything you decant with the compound, amount and date, and keep it out of reach of children and pets.

Common questions about the Acetyl-L-carnitine powder and capsules

What can I dissolve Acetyl-L-carnitine powder in?

That depends on the compound’s solubility and your protocol. Check the solubility data for your solvent first, and test a small amount before making up a full batch.

What scale do I need?

One that reads to 0.01g at minimum, and 0.001g for very small amounts. Our pocket scale reads to 0.01g.

Is the Acetyl-L-carnitine powder and capsules in stock?

Yes. Every option on this page is in stock and ready to ship.

Other nootropics you might need

Other products in the same range include Adamantyl carbonyl proline powder, ABT-089 powder, Adamantyl carbonyl proline powder and capsules and 9-Fluorenol powder. Our main Nootropics page lists everything in the category.

Buy Acetyl-L-carnitine powder and capsules online

Ready when you are. Pick your option above, add it to your cart and check out. The Acetyl-L-carnitine powder and capsules is in stock and ready to ship. While you’re here, our lab supplies cover the pipettes, scales and solutions most studies need.

Sold for laboratory research use only. It isn’t for human or veterinary use, and it isn’t a food, drug or cosmetic.