Description

Formamide, [14C] CAS NO 104809-61-2 is a carbon-14 radiolabeled analog of formamide, a fundamental organic solvent and reagent. This isotopically labeled compound is essential for conducting precise metabolic, pharmacokinetic, and environmental fate studies, providing critical data for regulatory submissions and scientific research. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, agrochemical companies, and academic institutions engaged in advanced tracer and mechanistic studies.

Application

• Tracer Studies in Metabolism & Pharmacokinetics (PK/ADME): Used to trace the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion of new chemical entities in biological systems.
• Environmental Fate and Degradation Studies: Employed to study the breakdown pathways and persistence of chemicals in soil, water, and air.
• Mechanistic Organic Chemistry Research: Serves as a labeled reagent to elucidate reaction mechanisms and pathways in synthetic chemistry.
• Biochemical Pathway Analysis: Used to investigate specific biochemical transformations and enzymatic processes within cells.
• Agrochemical Research: Applied in studies to understand the uptake, translocation, and metabolism of pesticides and herbicides in plants.
• Radiochemical Synthesis: Acts as a building block for the synthesis of more complex carbon-14 labeled compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Formamide, [14C]
CAS No.	104809-61-2
Molecular Formula	CH3NO (with 14C label)
Molecular Weight	~46.04 g/mol (varies with specific activity)
Synonyms	Methanamide, [carbonyl-14C]; [14C]-Formamide; Carbon-14 Labeled Formamide; Radiolabeled Formamide; 14C-Formamide; Formic acid amide, [14C]; Amid kyseliny mravenci [Czech]
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Quality Control

Every batch of Formamide, [14C] is produced and analyzed under strict quality systems to ensure traceability, purity, and precise radiochemical concentration. Specifications typically include radiochemical purity (by HPLC), specific activity, and chemical purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA), detailing analytical methods and results, is provided with each shipment to support your regulatory and research 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) in a designated radioactive materials area. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed properly after use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR/NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Radiochemical Purity)	≥ 98% by HPLC
Specific Activity	Customizable (mCi/mmol)
Chemical Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 99%
Solvent	As specified (e.g., neat, in solution)
Concentration	As specified

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