Product Overview
Acetyl-L-Carnitine (ALCAR) is a quaternary ammonium compound and the acetylated ester of the amino acid L-Carnitine. Unlike standard L-Carnitine, the acetyl group allows the molecule to more readily traverse the blood-brain barrier, making it a primary subject for neuro-analytical research.
In laboratory settings, ALCAR is utilized to investigate the efficiency of the carnitine palmitoyltransferase system and its role in donating acetyl groups for the synthesis of Acetylcholine.
Research Specifications:
- Chemical Formula: C₉H₁₇NO₄
- Molecular Weight: 203.24 g/mol
- Purity: > 99% USP Pharmaceutical Grade
- Form: Fine White Crystalline Powder
- Solubility: Highly soluble in water.
Primary Research Applications:
- Mitochondrial Function: Researchers use ALCAR to study the transport of long-chain fatty acids into the mitochondria for beta-oxidation, observing its impact on cellular energy production and ATP levels.
- Acetyl Group Donation: It is a key subject in studies focusing on the synthesis of Acetylcholine, specifically how ALCAR provides the acetyl moiety required for neurotransmitter production in cholinergic neurons.
- Neuroprotective Analysis: Studies often employ ALCAR to observe its antioxidant properties, particularly its ability to mitigate oxidative stress and protect against mitochondrial decay in aging cellular models.
Research Notice: This compound is a high-purity reagent provided strictly for laboratory research and development. It is not for human or animal consumption.
