Carnipure® L-carnitine | Ingredients

25% reduction in exercise-related fatigue and soreness compared to placebo¹

More than two decades of clinical research across dozens of human clinical studies, delivering extensive science-backed benefits

Safe for human consumption and manufactured in industry-leading facilities

Carnipure® L-carnitine: differentiate in the active nutrition category

Carnipure® L-carnitine is a clinically studied active lifestyle ingredient that accelerates exercise recovery^1-3, boosts energy^4-6 and helps improve body composition^5-8 and weight management⁹.

L-Carnitine is essential for transporting long-chain fatty acids across the mitochondrial membrane to support fat breakdown and energy generation.

We offer two grades of Carnipure® L-carnitine ingredient:

Carnipure crystalline
Carnipure® tartrate: the crystallized stable salt produced from L-carnitine and food grade tartaric acid in a molar ratio of 2:1 (approximately 68% L-Carnitine and 32% L-tartaric acid).

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Over two decades of research
Leading quality standards
Extensive science-backed benefits

Disclaimer: Unless otherwise expressly stated herein, these statements have not been evaluated by any competent authority, including the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. This is business-to-business information intended for food and supplement producers, and is not intended for the final consumer. This information is based on our own research and development work and is, to the best of our knowledge, reliable. However, Lonza does not assume any liability of risk involved in the use of this information, as conditions or use are beyond our control. Manufacturers should check local regulatory status of any claims according to the intended use of their products and are solely responsible for the marketing of their finished products in accordance with all applicable laws.

Unrivaled safety, quality and purity with Carnipure® L-carnitine

We’re committed to keeping customers and consumers safe through manufacturing excellence, high-quality standards and industry accreditation.

Our Carnipure® L-carnitine ingredients rise above the competition thanks to a proprietary, sodium-cyanide-free manufacturing pathway that guarantees the highest quality and purity.

Certified to the FSSC 22000 standard, our industry-leading L-carnitine plant is carefully designed to prevent cross-contamination and ensure full traceability.

Our production process complies with SEDEX requirements for sustainable supply chain solutions, as well as our own Code of Conduct, Ethics & Compliance and Sustainability Programs.

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Allergen-free according to FALCPA, FASTER and EU
Vegan
Non-GMO
FSSC 22000 certified
Kosher and Halal certified

Carnipure® L-carnitine helps you meet consumer demand for research backed innovation in active nutrition

Supported by extensive scientific evidence, our Carnipure® L-carnitine ingredients have been studied to deliver a wide range of active lifestyle benefits in both men and women across dozens of human clinical studies.

Carnipure® L-carnitine supplementation is shown to accelerate the recovery process through increasing blood flow and oxygen supply, reducing markers of metabolic stress and muscle soreness^1,10-13.

Other clinically-studied benefits include increased physical and mental energy production, improved body composition, cardiovascular health support, healthy aging support and exercise benefits.

As part of our mission to enable a healthier world, we continue to explore the effects of Carnipure® L-carnitine as a reliable, studied solution with substantiated benefits.

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Accelerate the recovery process through increasing blood flow and oxygen supply
Reduce markers of metabolic stress
Reduce muscle soreness

Partnering beyond ingredients

With a more than 120 year history of enabling a healthier world, our customers can be confident in our high-quality portfolio of studied ingredients that help them gain an edge in the active nutrition category.

Beyond ingredients, our full suite of innovation services, deep technical expertise and research driven solutions support you at every step of your innovation journey - from concept to market.

Get in touch to discover how our bespoke solutions can help you launch your next breakthrough nutraceutical innovation and drive long-term value for your business.

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Premium ingredients
Versatile dosage forms
Industry-leading standards
Speed to market

Unlock the benefits of Carnipure® L-carnitine in nutraceuticals, foods and beverages

Our premium quality Carnipure® L-carnitine ingredients are both available in dry formats.

Carnipure® L-carnitine can be used in food supplements, beverages, functional foods and infant formula across the globe.

Our Carnipure® L-carnitine tartrate and crystalline ingredients are self-affirmed as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) in the United States. EFSA has concluded that Carnipure® L-carnitine tartrate is safe for human consumption. Plus, Carnipure® L-carnitine tartrate is approved in Japan, Korea and China as safe for oral use.