Description

Hexanoic Acid, Sodium Salt, n-, [1-14C] is a carbon-14 radiolabeled derivative of sodium caproate, a key compound in metabolic and pharmacokinetic research. This product is essential for conducting precise tracer studies, enabling scientists to track the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME) of caproic acid and related compounds. It is primarily utilized by researchers and analytical laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and life science sectors for advanced investigative applications.

Application

• Metabolic Pathway Tracing: Used as a radiolabeled tracer to study the β-oxidation and metabolic fate of medium-chain fatty acids in biological systems.
• Pharmacokinetic (PK) Studies: Enables the quantitative analysis of drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME) for compounds containing the hexanoate moiety.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a critical tool in enzymology and biochemistry to investigate the mechanisms of fatty acid metabolism and related enzymatic processes.
• Agrochemical Metabolism Studies: Applied in environmental and agricultural science to trace the degradation and metabolic pathways of agrochemicals and their derivatives.
• Drug Development & Safety Testing: Facilitates mass balance studies and metabolite identification during the preclinical and clinical development phases of new pharmaceutical entities.
• Analytical Method Development: Used as an internal standard or reference material in the development and validation of sensitive analytical methods like LC-MS.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexanoic Acid, Sodium Salt, n-, [1-14C]
CAS No.	104809-65-6
Molecular Formula	C6H11NaO2 (with 14C at position 1)
Molecular Weight	138.14 g/mol (unlabeled)
Synonyms	Sodium [1-14C]hexanoate; [1-14C]Caproic acid sodium salt; Sodium n-[1-14C]caproate; Radiolabeled sodium caproate; Carbon-14 labeled sodium hexanoate; Sodium salt of n-hexanoic acid-1-14C; [1-14C]Hexanoic acid sodium salt
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of our radiolabeled compounds is produced and tested under stringent quality control protocols to ensure high chemical and radiochemical purity, specific activity, and stability. Comprehensive analysis is performed, including HPLC, TLC, and liquid scintillation counting. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting purity, specific activity, and solvent composition. Our quality system is designed to meet the rigorous demands of research and regulatory studies.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under inert atmosphere when necessary to ensure stability. Store in accordance with all local and national regulations for radioactive materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or solution
Chemical Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Radiochemical Purity	≥ 97%
Specific Activity	50-60 mCi/mmol (Contact for exact value)
Solvent (if supplied as solution)	Ethanol, Water, or custom
Identification (IR / NMR)	Conforms to structure

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