CARNITINE TARTRATE- ▸ Dietary supplement: Stable L-carnitine source for capsules, tablets, and powders.
- ▸ Functional foods & beverages: Amino-acid-derived ingredient for fortified products.
- ▸ Solid-dose formulation: Non-hygroscopic salt suited to dry blends.
A grade-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) — with the complete hazard classification, handling precautions, and transport information — is supplied with every shipment and available on request. Confirm all safety and regulatory details against the SDS for your specific grade.
Request SDS →L-Carnitine L-Tartrate (CAS 36687-82-8; LCLT) is the stable L-tartrate salt of L-carnitine (C18H36N2O12), the non-hygroscopic form favored for solid formulations. It is used as an ingredient in dietary supplement and functional food and beverage products.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is L-Carnitine L-Tartrate used for?
L-Carnitine L-Tartrate (CAS 36687-82-8; LCLT) is the stable L-tartrate salt of L-carnitine (C18H36N2O12), the non-hygroscopic form favored for solid formulations. It is used as an ingredient in dietary supplement and functional food and beverage products, particularly capsules, tablets, and dry-blend powders. RawSource supplies it as a bulk raw material.
What is the difference between L-Carnitine L-Tartrate and L-carnitine free base?
LCLT (CAS 36687-82-8) is the tartrate salt, which is non-hygroscopic and well suited to tablets and dry blends, while the free base (CAS 541-15-1) is hygroscopic but higher in carnitine content per gram. Formulators pick the tartrate for handling and stability in solid dose forms. We stock both.
Why is L-Carnitine L-Tartrate preferred for solid-dose products?
Unlike the hygroscopic free base, the L-tartrate salt is non-hygroscopic and physically stable, so it resists clumping and moisture pickup in capsules, tablets, and powder blends. This makes it the standard carnitine form for dry solid-dose manufacturing.
How is L-Carnitine L-Tartrate sold in bulk?
It is supplied as a crystalline powder in industrial packaging (bags, drums) sized for supplement and functional-product manufacturing. Contact us for bulk pack sizes, minimum order quantity, available grade, lead time, and a current quote. CoA and SDS are provided with every shipment.
What is the CAS number and HS code for L-Carnitine L-Tartrate?
It is CAS 36687-82-8 with molecular formula C18H36N2O12. As a quaternary ammonium compound it is classified under HS subheading 2923.90. Full identity and specification data accompany each order on the CoA.