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Product Name: L-Carnitine Hydrochloride
Chemical Formula: C7H16ClNO3
CAS Number: 6645-46-1
EC Number: 229-683-5
SYNONYMS: (R)-3-Carboxy-2-hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-1-propanaminium chloride
Intended Use: Nutritional supplement, food additive, laboratory reagent
Manufacturer Details: Name, address, contact phone number, emergency phone number
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to GHS criteria
Hazard Statements: May cause mild eye irritation; prolonged inhalation of dust may result in mild respiratory tract discomfort
Pictograms: None required
Signal Word: None
Precautionary Statements: Avoid creating dust, use with adequate ventilation, wash exposed areas after handling
Potential Health Hazards: Dust can irritate eyes, nose, and throat; ingestion in moderate amounts likely does not cause harmful effects for healthy adults
Chemical Name: L-Carnitine Hydrochloride
Synonyms: Levocarnitine hydrochloride
PURITY: >98% by weight
Impurities: Trace amounts of residual solvents or related compounds may be present below thresholds for concern
Chemical Family: Quaternary ammonium compounds
Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air, encourage slow breathing, seek medical help if respiratory irritation persists
Skin Contact: Wash affected area with soap and water; remove contaminated clothing if necessary
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes; remove contact lenses if present and easy to do; continue rinsing and seek medical attention for persistent redness or discomfort
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water; do not induce vomiting; seek medical advice if large quantities are swallowed or if adverse symptoms develop
Most Important Symptoms: Mild irritation, coughing from dust, slight redness of eyes
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide; avoid high pressure water streams
Specific Hazards: May emit toxic fumes of nitrogen oxides, carbon oxides, and hydrogen chloride under fire conditions
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and complete protective clothing
Special Procedures: Move containers from fire area if this can be done without risk; prevent fire-fighting runoff from entering drains
Personal Precautions: Wear protective gloves, dust mask, safety goggles; avoid creating or breathing dust
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spill from entering surface waters, sewers or soil
Clean-up Methods: Sweep up spills without creating dust, place collected material in suitable containers for disposal; wash affected area with water
Reference to Other Sections: For personal protection, refer to section on exposure controls and personal protection
Safe Handling: Avoid dust generation, use local exhaust ventilation for bulk handling; wash hands thoroughly after handling; keep container tightly closed when not in use
Storage Conditions: Store at room temperature in a dry, well-ventilated, and cool area; protect from direct sunlight, sources of ignition, and moisture
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizing agents; avoid storing near incompatible substances
Hygiene Measures: Do not eat, drink or smoke while using this product
Exposure Limits: No established occupational exposure limits for L-Carnitine Hydrochloride
Engineering Controls: Use adequate local or general exhaust to minimize airborne dust
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Protective gloves (nitrile, latex or equivalent), safety goggles, lab coat; use NIOSH-approved dust mask or respirator if airborne dust exceeds recommended levels
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling, remove contaminated clothing and launder before reuse
Appearance: White or almost white, crystalline powder
Odor: Slightly characteristic or odorless
pH (5% solution): 3.0–4.5
Melting Point: Approximately 190–205°C (with decomposition)
Solubility: Freely soluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol, practically insoluble in ether
Partition Coefficient: Not appreciably lipophilic; log P (octanol/water) <0
Vapor Pressure: Not relevant (non-volatile solid)
Bulk Density: Approximately 0.4–0.6 g/cm³
Other Data: No explosive or oxidizing properties; not flammable as supplied
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions; may decompose under high temperatures or strong acidic/oxidative environments
Reactivity: No dangerous reactivity under normal processing and use
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Contact with strong oxidizing agents can yield hazardous products
Conditions to Avoid: Prolonged exposure to high humidity or moisture, elevated temperature, and direct sunlight
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides, hydrogen chloride gas, and carbon monoxide/carbon dioxide from thermal decomposition
Acute Toxicity: Low toxicity; oral LD50 values in animals reported >5000 mg/kg body weight
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin, eye, ingestion
Symptoms: Dust may irritate eyes, skin, and respiratory tract; accidental ingestion of small amounts does not typically produce harm
Chronic Effects: No evidence of carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, or toxicity to reproduction from available animal studies
Sensitization: Not expected to cause allergic skin or respiratory reactions
Other Data: Pharmaceutical uses involving high doses are generally considered safe for humans; consult specialist literature for dosage-dependent effects
Aquatic Toxicity: Not expected to be hazardous to aquatic organisms at typical environmental concentrations; no bioaccumulation expected due to high water solubility and low partition coefficient
Biodegradability: Readily biodegradable in soil and water
Mobility in Soil: Very mobile, disperses quickly in water
Bioaccumulation Potential: Low, based on physicochemical properties
Other Adverse Effects: None known at standard release levels; avoid large-scale disposal to waterways or sewage
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose in accordance with national or local regulations; preferred disposal through authorized chemical waste contractor
Unused Product: If uncontaminated, may be disposed of as non-hazardous chemical waste; avoid releasing to the environment
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse thoroughly before recycling or disposal; follow local waste regulations
Special Precautions: Consult local, regional, and national regulatory authorities prior to disposal
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not classified as a dangerous good for transport via road, sea, or air
Transport Hazard Class: Not applicable
Packing Group: Not applicable
Marine Pollutant: No
Special Precautions for User: None required; ship in original or approved containers
Inventory Listings: Listed on TSCA (US), DSL (Canada), EINECS/ELINCS (EU), AICS (Australia), ENCS (Japan), PICCS (Philippines), and other major chemical inventories
Labeling Requirements: Not required as hazardous under OSHA HCS, EU CLP/GHS, or other primary international regulations
Other Regulations: Not subject to REACH Authorization or Restriction; status as food or dietary supplement ingredient varies by country; always verify with local authorities before commercial use
Workplace Safety: Maintain up-to-date SDS records available for employees as per local occupational safety rules
