Description

15-[4-(~123~I)Iodophenyl]-3-Methylpentadecanoic Acid is a specialized iodinated fatty acid derivative designed for research and diagnostic applications. This compound is of significant value as a precursor or intermediate in the development of radiopharmaceuticals and molecular imaging probes. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical researchers, radiochemists, and diagnostic developers working in nuclear medicine, particularly for cardiac and metabolic imaging studies.

Application

• Radiopharmaceutical Precursor: Key intermediate in the synthesis of iodine-123 (123I) labeled tracers for Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT).
• Cardiac Metabolism Imaging: Used in research to develop fatty acid analogues for imaging myocardial metabolism and viability.
• Molecular Probe Development: Serves as a building block for creating targeted diagnostic agents for various disease states.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies investigating fatty acid uptake and metabolism in cellular and animal models.
• Reference Standard: Acts as a non-radioactive reference compound for analytical method development and validation in radiochemistry labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	15-[4-(~123~I)Iodophenyl]-3-Methylpentadecanoic Acid
CAS No.	123748-56-1
Molecular Formula	C22H35IO2
Molecular Weight	458.42 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-15-(4-iodophenyl)pentadecanoic Acid; 15-(4-Iodophenyl)-3-methylpentadecanoic Acid; BMIPP Fatty Acid Analogue (non-radioactive precursor); β-Methyl-p-iodophenylpentadecanoic Acid; Iodinated Fatty Acid; Cardiac Fatty Acid Tracer Precursor; (E)-15-(4-Iodophenyl)-3-methylpentadec-14-enoic Acid (related form); p-Iodophenyl-Substituted Methyl-Branched Fatty Acid
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Quality Control

This high-purity research chemical is produced under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your critical research and development work.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) or as indicated on the label. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light). For long-term storage, consider storing under inert atmosphere in a cool, dry place. Keep container tightly sealed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Chemical Purity (Titration)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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