Description

Naphthalene-1-14C CAS NO 16341-53-0 is a carbon-14 labeled isotopologue of naphthalene, where the radioactive isotope 14C is specifically incorporated at the 1-position of the naphthalene ring. This labeled compound is an essential tool for precise metabolic and environmental fate studies, enabling researchers to track the molecule's pathway and degradation with high specificity. It is primarily utilized by research scientists and analytical laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and environmental sectors for advanced tracer applications.

Application

• Metabolic Pathway Tracing in pharmaceutical and toxicology research.
• Environmental Fate Studies to monitor the biodegradation and persistence of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs).
• Mechanistic Studies in chemical synthesis and catalysis where carbon tracking is required.
• Internal Standard for quantitative mass spectrometry and HPLC analysis in complex matrices.
• Radiochemical Synthesis as a labeled precursor for more complex 14C-labeled compounds.
• Adsorption and Transport Studies in material and environmental science.

Basic Information

Product Name	Naphthalene-1-14C
CAS No.	16341-53-0
Molecular Formula	C10H8 (with 14C at position 1)
Molecular Weight	~134.18 (varies with specific activity)
Synonyms	1-14C-Naphthalene; [1-14C]Naphthalene; Naphthalene (1-14C); Naphthalene-1-carbon-14; NSC 3757; Radioactive Naphthalene; Carbon-14 Labeled Naphthalene; Bicyclo[4.4.0]deca-1,3,5,7,9-pentaene-1-14C
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Quality Control

Our Naphthalene-1-14C is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure radiochemical purity and specific activity consistency. Each batch is analyzed via radio-HPLC and/or radio-TLC to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific activity, radiochemical purity, chemical purity, and solvent is provided with every shipment to ensure compliance with research and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at recommended temperatures, typically 2-8°C or as specified on the label. This product is light-sensitive (store away from light). Follow all applicable radiation safety regulations for handling and storage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or solution
Identification (IR / NMR)	Conforms to structure
Specific Activity	Customizable (mCi/mmol)
Radiochemical Purity (Radio-HPLC/TLC)	≥ 95%
Chemical Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98%
Solvent (if supplied as solution)	Benzene, Toluene, or other specified
Concentration (if supplied as solution)	Customizable (µCi/mL or mCi/mL)

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