Description

Formic-13C Acid is a stable isotope-labeled derivative of formic acid, where the carbon atom is the carbon-13 (13C) isotope. This product is essential for advanced analytical and research applications requiring precise molecular tracing and quantification. It is primarily utilized by researchers and quality control laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and metabolic research sectors for use as an internal standard, tracer, or reagent in mass spectrometry and NMR spectroscopy.

Application

• Internal standard for the accurate quantification of formic acid and related compounds in complex matrices via Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) or Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS).
• Tracer compound in metabolic pathway studies and flux analysis to investigate biochemical processes in living systems.
• Reagent in the synthesis of other 13C-labeled compounds for use in research and development.
• Calibration standard for analytical instrumentation to ensure measurement accuracy and method validation.
• Use in environmental testing for tracing the degradation or transformation of organic compounds.
• Component in clinical research for developing diagnostic assays and understanding disease mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	Formic-13C Acid
CAS No.	1633-56-3
Molecular Formula	CH2O2 (13CH2O2)
Molecular Weight	47.03 g/mol
Synonyms	[13C]Formic Acid; Carbon-13 Formic Acid; Formic-13C Acid; Methanoic-13C Acid; Formic Acid-13C; H13COOH; Isotopic Formic Acid; Labeled Formic Acid
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Quality Control

Our Formic-13C Acid CAS NO 1633-56-3 is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure high isotopic and chemical purity. Each batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as isotopic enrichment, chemical purity, and identity confirmation. We adhere to relevant industry standards for stable isotope-labeled compounds to guarantee consistency and reliability for your critical research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent and highly volatile, appropriate secondary containment and fume hood handling are recommended. Long-term stability is best maintained at controlled room temperature (15-25°C).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless Liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Isotopic Enrichment (13C)	≥ 99 atom %
Chemical Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5 %

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.