Description

Cuprous Cyanide, [14C] is a carbon-14 radiolabeled form of cuprous cyanide, a key inorganic copper compound. This isotopically labeled version is essential for advanced research and development, enabling precise metabolic and environmental fate studies. It is primarily utilized by researchers and scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and environmental science sectors for tracer applications and mechanistic investigations.

Application

• Tracer Studies in Chemical Synthesis: Used to track reaction pathways and mechanisms in the synthesis of complex organic molecules.
• Metabolic Pathway Research: Employed in pharmaceutical R&D to study the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME) of drug candidates containing cyanide or copper moieties.
• Environmental Fate and Degradation Analysis: Applied to monitor the breakdown, persistence, and mobility of cyanide-containing compounds in environmental systems.
• Catalysis Research: Serves as a labeled reagent in studies investigating copper-catalyzed reactions, such as cyanation processes.
• Material Science Investigations: Used in the development and analysis of labeled electroplating baths or specialized copper-containing materials.
• Quality Control & Reference Standard: Acts as an internal standard or reference material in analytical methods like liquid scintillation counting (LSC) for quantitative analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cuprous Cyanide, [14C]
CAS No.	17410-52-5
Molecular Formula	CCuN * (14C labeled)
Molecular Weight	~90.56 g/mol (based on natural abundance, varies with specific activity)
Synonyms	Copper(I) Cyanide-14C; Cupricin-14C; Cyanocopper-14C; Radioactive Cuprous Cyanide; 14C-Labeled Copper Cyanide; [14C]-CuCN; Copper Monocyanide-14C
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cuprous Cyanide, [14C] is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure radiochemical purity and specific activity consistency. Each batch is analyzed to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific activity, radiochemical purity (by HPLC or TLC), chemical purity, and solvent composition is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a designated, secure area for radioactive materials at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids, strong oxidizers, and fluorides. Follow all local and international regulations for the storage and handling of radioactive substances.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Specific Activity	Customer specified (mCi/mmol)
Radiochemical Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Chemical Purity (Titration)	≥ 98%
Solvent (if supplied in solution)	Specified (e.g., Toluene, DMF)

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