Description

Propionic Acid-D6 is a stable isotope-labeled analog of propionic acid, where all six hydrogen atoms are replaced by deuterium. This high-purity compound is essential for advanced analytical techniques, serving as a critical internal standard for precise quantification and metabolic pathway elucidation. It is primarily utilized by researchers and quality control laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and life science sectors to ensure data accuracy and regulatory compliance in complex analyses.

Application

• Internal Standard for Quantitative Analysis: Used in Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) and Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS) for the accurate measurement of propionic acid and related metabolites in biological and environmental samples.
• Metabolic Pathway Tracing: Enables detailed studies of fatty acid metabolism, gut microbiome activity, and other biochemical processes in research and drug development.
• Pharmaceutical Impurity Profiling: Assists in the identification and quantification of process-related impurities and degradants during drug substance and product development.
• Food and Feed Safety Analysis: Employed in methods to monitor preservative levels, spoilage markers, and mycotoxin production where propionic acid is a key analyte.
• Stable Isotope Labeling in Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a labeled building block for the synthesis of more complex deuterated molecules for research purposes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Propionic Acid-D6
CAS No.	19448-61-4
Molecular Formula	C3D6O2
Molecular Weight	80.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Deuterated Propionic Acid; Propionic-d6 Acid; [2H6]Propionic Acid; Perdeuteropropionic Acid; Ethanecarboxylic-d6 Acid; Propanoic-2,2,3,3,3-d5-d Acid; Methylacetic-d6 Acid; Metacetonic-d6 Acid
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Quality Control

Our Propionic Acid-D6 is manufactured under strict quality systems to ensure exceptional isotopic and chemical purity, meeting the rigorous demands of analytical and research applications. Each batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as isotopic enrichment, chemical purity, and solvent content. We adhere to relevant industry standards for stable isotope-labeled compounds to guarantee reliable and reproducible performance in your critical workflows.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). As a strong acid/organic solvent, it should be kept away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Isotopic Enrichment	≥ 99 atom % D
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Chemical Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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