What Is L-Carnitine (50% Carrier / 97-99% Pure), Fatty-Acid Shuttle? Applications, Dosage, Alternatives & Specifications
Last updated: 2026-11-14 · CAS 541-15-1 · Feed Grade
- Quick facts
- Name
- L-Carnitine (50% Carrier / 97-99% Pure), Fatty-Acid Shuttle
- CAS number
- 541-15-1
- Grade
- Feed Grade
- Certifications
- ISO 9001 · ISO 22000 · HACCP · FAMI-QS · Kosher · Halal · GMP · SGS
- Application areas
- 6
- Documentation
- COA · TDS · SDS
Overview
L-Carnitine Feed Grade (50% Carrier / 97-99% Pure), Fatty-Acid Shuttle (CAS 541-15-1) is a premium-quality fat metabolism / nutrient from ZEAL BIOTECH. L-Carnitine (C₇H₁₅NO₃). Same active ingredient as 50% form, but pure crystalline powder. Transport of long-chain fatty acids across inner mitochondrial membrane. Manufactured under GMP conditions with full traceability. Suitable for feed additive: same functions as 50% form.
Applications
Swine Nutrition
Used in piglet, grower, and sow diets.
Poultry Feed
Included in broiler, layer, and breeder feeds.
Ruminant Feed
Used in dairy and beef cattle rations.
Aquaculture
Suitable for fish and shrimp feed formulations.
Pet Food
Included in premium pet food formulas.
Premix Manufacturing
Standard ingredient for vitamin-mineral premixes.
Specification
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | L-Carnitine Feed Grade (pure 97–99%; also 50% on carrier) |
| CAS Number | 541-15-1 |
| Molecular Formula / Weight | C₇H₁₅NO₃ / 161.20 g/mol |
| Appearance | White to off-white crystalline powder (pure) / free-flowing premix (50%) |
| Assay | Pure 97.0–99.0% (HPLC); 50% carrier grade available |
| Specific Rotation [α]²⁵/D | -30.0° to -32.0° (pure) |
| pH (1% solution) | 5.5–6.5 |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% (pure) / ≤10.0% (50% premix) |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) / Arsenic (As) | ≤10 ppm / ≤2 ppm |
| Pb / Cd / Hg | ≤1 / ≤1 / ≤0.1 ppm |
| Microbiology | TPC ≤1000 CFU/g; E. coli & Salmonella negative |
| Grade / Standard | Feed Grade — China Feed Additive Catalogue, FAMI-QS aligned |
| Packaging | 25 kg fiber drum (pure) / 25 kg multi-layer paper bag (50% premix) |
| Shelf Life | 24 months, sealed, cool & dry |
Packaging & Storage
- Standard Packing: 25kg net fiber drum with double PE liner.
- Sample Pack: 100g - 500g free sample in aluminum foil bag.
- Storage: Keep in tightly closed original packaging, cool, dry, well-ventilated. Protect from light and moisture.
- Shelf Life: 24 months from production date.
Quality & Certifications
Every batch tested by in-house QC lab. COA, TDS, SDS provided with each shipment.
Regulatory & Compliance
EU / FAMI-QS
Complies with EU feed additive regulations and FAMI-QS standards.
US / AAFCO
Meets FDA and AAFCO requirements for feed ingredients.
China MOA
Registered under Chinese Ministry of Agriculture feed additive regulations.
International
Kosher, Halal, ISO certified. FTA forms available.
Safety & Handling
- Hazard Class: Generally non-hazardous feed ingredient. Refer to SDS for details.
- Storage: Room temperature, dry, sealed. Avoid strong oxidizers.
- Transport: Non-dangerous goods. Standard sea/air freight.
- SDS: Available on request at sales@xadditive.cn.
Frequently asked questions
What is the MOQ?
MOQ is 1kg for trial, 25kg for regular orders. Free samples 100-500g available.
What is the shelf life?
24 months from production date when stored properly in sealed, cool, dry conditions.
What certifications are provided?
ISO 9001, ISO 22000, HACCP, FAMI-QS, Kosher, Halal, COA, SDS, TDS.
How to get a quote?
Email sales@xadditive.cn with your requirement. FOB price within 30 minutes.
Request a quote & COA
Ask for the current specification sheet, a COA sample and a bulk quotation — reply within 30 minutes on working days.