L-Carnitine
L-carnitine is naturally occurring, derived from an amino acid and operates as a cofactor during energy production. It can be used as a nutrient.
Found In
- Animal products
- Dairy
- Dietary supplements
- Energy drinks
- Fruits
- Grains
- Infant formula
- Vegetables
- Animal products
- Dairy
- Dietary supplements
- Energy drinks
- Fruits
- Grains
- Infant formula
- Vegetables
Also Known As
- Acetyl-L-Carnitine
- Aminobutyrate
- Beta-Hydroxy-γ-Trimethyl
- L-Carnitine L-Tartrate
- L-Tartaric Acid
- Propionyl-L-Carnitine
- Acetyl-L-Carnitine
- Aminobutyrate
- Beta-Hydroxy-γ-Trimethyl
- L-Carnitine L-Tartrate
- L-Tartaric Acid
- Propionyl-L-Carnitine
The Beverage Bottom Line
L-carnitine is authorized for use in the U.S. and Europe. L-carnitine has not yet been evaluated for use in beverages by Health Canada.
This ingredient may have authorizations in countries not included on this site.
L-carnitine is authorized for use in the U.S. and Europe. L-carnitine has not yet been evaluated for use in beverages by Health Canada.
This ingredient may have authorizations in countries not included on this site.
International Assessments and Authorizations
FDA U.S. Food And Drug Administration
Generally recognized as safe for intended uses. (GRAS FDA-Notified, GRAS Self-Determined)
Learn more →European Commission
Safe for intended uses. Permitted for addition in dietetic foods.
Learn more →JECFA Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives
Not yet evaluated.
Health Canada
Health Canada has authorized L-carnitine for use as a natural health product.
Learn more →This page was last updated on 6/30/2025