AKA: Acetyl-L-carnitine hydrochloride, Acetyl l-carnitine hydrochloride, Acetylcarnitine hydrochloride, ACETYL-L-CARNITINE CHLORIDE, Branigen, Levacecarnine hydrochloride, ACETYLCARNITINE HYDROCHLORIDE [MI], ACETYLCARNITINE HYDROCHLORIDE [MART.]
WHAT IS IT? Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Clean
Origin Synthesized from L-carnitine, a naturally occurring amino acid derivative, combined with acetic acid. Produced through acetylation of L-carnitine followed by hydrochloride salt formation for stability.
1-Propanaminium, 2-(Acetyloxy)- 3-Carboxy-N,N,N-Trimethyl-,Chloride
Solubility >36 [ug/mL] (The mean of the results at pH 7.4)
IS IT FOR ME? Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
WHAT’S IT DO? Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
CAN I TRUST THIS? The paper trail
🔬 Peer-reviewed none on file
🛡️ Safety-assessed 2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
IS IT CLEAN? Regulatory Status
JAPAN ⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR
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