Description

Iron, Isotope of mass 59 (8Ci, 9Ci) is a radioactive isotope of iron, specifically Iron-59, with a high level of activity. This product is essential for advanced research and industrial applications requiring a precise radioactive tracer. It is primarily utilized in metallurgical studies, medical research, and as a diagnostic tool in nuclear medicine. The compound is supplied with careful attention to its specific activity and radionuclidic purity to meet stringent experimental and industrial requirements.

Application

• Metallurgical Research: Used as a radioactive tracer to study iron diffusion, corrosion mechanisms, and wear processes in alloys and steels.
• Medical Diagnostics & Research: Employed in hematology and biochemistry research to trace iron metabolism, red blood cell lifespan, and ferrokinetic studies.
• Industrial Process Tracing: Applied to monitor and optimize processes in mineral processing, catalysis, and material science where iron pathways need to be tracked.
• Environmental Science: Utilized in studies of iron transport and cycling in soil and aquatic systems.
• Nuclear Medicine: Serves as a source for calibration and in the development of radiopharmaceuticals and diagnostic kits.
• Quality Control in Manufacturing: Acts as a tracer to verify mixing homogeneity and material flow in high-precision manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Iron, Isotope of mass 59 (8Ci, 9Ci)
CAS No.	14596-12-4
Molecular Formula	⁵⁹Fe
Molecular Weight	58.934875 g/mol (Atomic Mass)
Synonyms	Iron-59; ⁵⁹Fe; Radioiron-59; Iron 59; Fe-59; Iron (59Fe); Iron, isotope of mass 59; Iron Fe 59; Ferrum-59
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Iron-59 is produced and tested under strict quality management systems to ensure radionuclidic purity, specific activity, and chemical suitability for its intended use. Our quality protocols are designed to meet the exacting standards of research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing radionuclidic purity, specific activity, chemical form, and analytical results is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a designated and properly shielded radioactive materials area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product must be handled and stored in compliance with all local, national, and international regulations for radioactive materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Solution (typically in dilute HCl)
Radionuclidic Identity	⁵⁹Fe
Radionuclidic Purity	>99%
Specific Activity	High (Carrier-free or specified)
Activity Concentration	As specified (e.g., 8Ci, 9Ci per vial)
Chemical Purity	Contact for details
pH	Contact for details
Half-life	44.5 days

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