Description

Hydroxyacetic Acid-13C2 is a stable isotope-labeled analog of glycolic acid, where both carbon atoms are the carbon-13 isotope. This product is essential for advanced analytical and research applications requiring precise molecular tracing and quantification. It is primarily utilized by scientists and quality control professionals in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and metabolic research industries for use as an internal standard in mass spectrometry and NMR spectroscopy.

Application

• Used as an internal standard for the accurate quantification of glycolic acid in complex biological matrices via LC-MS or GC-MS.
• Critical in pharmaceutical research for drug metabolism and pharmacokinetic (DMPK) studies to trace metabolic pathways.
• Employed in agrochemical development to study the environmental fate and degradation of related compounds.
• Facilitates NMR spectroscopy studies, providing distinct spectral signatures for structural elucidation and reaction monitoring.
• Supports clinical diagnostics research for developing assays related to organic acid metabolism disorders.
• Applied in material science research to investigate the synthesis and properties of labeled polymers and cosmetics ingredients.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hydroxyacetic Acid-13C2
CAS No.	111389-68-5
Molecular Formula	13C2H4O3
Molecular Weight	78.04 (for 13C2 labeled form)
Synonyms	Glycolic Acid-13C2; 2-Hydroxyacetic Acid-13C2; Hydroxyethanoic Acid-13C2; α-Hydroxyacetic Acid-13C2; HOCH2*13CO2H; [13C2]-Glycolic Acid; [13C2]-Hydroxyacetic Acid; Isotopically Labeled Glycolic Acid
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Quality Control

Our Hydroxyacetic Acid-13C2 is manufactured under strict quality systems to ensure high chemical and isotopic purity suitable for sensitive analytical applications. Each batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing isotopic enrichment (typically >99 atom % 13C), chemical purity, and specific analytical results. We adhere to relevant industry guidelines for stable isotope-labeled compounds to ensure reliable and reproducible performance in your research.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect purity and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Isotopic Enrichment	≥ 99 atom % 13C
Chemical Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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