Description

Acetic-13C2 Acid is a stable isotope-labeled derivative of acetic acid, where both carbon atoms are the carbon-13 (13C) isotope. This high-purity compound is essential for advanced analytical and research applications where precise molecular tracing is required. It is primarily utilized in nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, and metabolic pathway research within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and academic sectors.

Application

• NMR Spectroscopy: Used as an internal standard and chemical shift reference for quantitative and structural analysis.
• Mass Spectrometry: Serves as a labeled internal standard for accurate quantification and metabolic flux analysis.
• Metabolic Research: Enables the tracing of biochemical pathways and metabolic studies in biological systems.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Critical for drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics (DMPK) studies to track drug molecules.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a labeled precursor for synthesizing more complex 13C-labeled compounds.
• Environmental Science: Applied in tracer studies to understand chemical degradation and environmental fate.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acetic-13C2 Acid
CAS No.	1839-15-2
Molecular Formula	13C2H4O2
Molecular Weight	62.04 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetic-13C2 Acid; [13C2]-Acetic Acid; Ethanoic-13C2 Acid; 13C-Labeled Acetic Acid; Carbon-13 Acetic Acid; Isotopic Acetic Acid; Glacial Acetic-13C2 Acid; Vinegar-13C2 Acid
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Quality Control

Our Acetic-13C2 Acid is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure exceptional isotopic and chemical purity, suitable for sensitive analytical applications. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing isotopic enrichment, assay, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards for high-purity reagents and can provide material for research and GMP applications upon request.

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 compound, ensure containers are sealed when not in use and handle with appropriate ventilation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Isotopic Enrichment (13C)	≥ 99 atom %
Assay (Titration)	≥ 99.5%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Chemical Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 99.9%

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