Description

2,2-Dimethylbutanoic Acid-D6 is a deuterated isotopologue of 2,2-dimethylbutanoic acid, where six hydrogen atoms are replaced by the stable isotope deuterium. This high-purity labeled compound is essential for applications requiring precise internal standards and metabolic pathway tracing in advanced analytical chemistry. It is primarily utilized by researchers and quality control laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and environmental science sectors for quantitative analysis via mass spectrometry and NMR spectroscopy.

Application

• Internal Standard for Mass Spectrometry (MS): Serves as a critical quantitative reference standard in GC-MS and LC-MS analyses to ensure accuracy in pharmaceutical and environmental testing.
• Metabolic Studies & Drug Development: Used as a tracer to investigate drug metabolism, pharmacokinetics, and biochemical pathways in preclinical research.
• NMR Spectroscopy Solvent & Reagent: Employed as a deuterated solvent or reagent in nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) experiments to prevent signal interference from protons.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a specialized building block for synthesizing deuterium-labeled complex molecules for research and development.
• Forensic & Doping Control Analysis: Provides a reliable standard in forensic toxicology and sports anti-doping programs for definitive substance identification and quantification.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2-Dimethylbutanoic Acid-D6
CAS No.	101419-75-4
Molecular Formula	C6D6O2
Molecular Weight	122.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Pivalic Acid-d6; Trimethylacetic Acid-d6; 2,2-Dimethylpropanoic Acid-d6; Deuterated Pivalic Acid; (CD3)3CCOOD; Neopentanoic Acid-d6; 2,2-Dimethyl-d6-propionic Acid; tert-Butylcarboxylic Acid-d6
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Quality Control

Every batch of our 2,2-Dimethylbutanoic Acid-D6 is manufactured and analyzed under strict quality management systems to ensure exceptional isotopic purity and chemical integrity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing isotopic enrichment (D-atom %), chemical purity, and identity confirmation. Our quality commitment aligns with the standards required for analytical and research applications, ensuring reliability and consistency for your critical work.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, handle with appropriate personal protective equipment in a fume hood.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Isotopic Purity (D-atom %)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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