| Bioactivity | Isovalerylcarnitine is a product of the catabolism of L-leucine. Isovalerylcarnitine is also a selective and reversible calpain activator that induces apoptosis[1][2][3]. |
| Invitro | Isovalerylcarnitine produces an early and marked increase in phagocytosis and also in cell killing, as well as reduces proliferation, in U937 leukemic cells[2]. |
| Name | Isovalerylcarnitine |
| CAS | 31023-24-2 |
| Formula | C12H23NO4 |
| Molar Mass | 245.32 |
| Transport | Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere. |
| Storage | 4°C, sealed storage, away from moisture *In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (sealed storage, away from moisture) |