Description

Acetic Acid, Sodium Salt, [3H] is a tritium-labeled derivative of sodium acetate, a fundamental biochemical reagent. This labeled compound is essential for precise metabolic and pharmacokinetic tracer studies, enabling researchers to track molecular pathways with high specificity. It is a critical tool for scientists in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life sciences sectors engaged in advanced research and development.

Application

• Tracer Studies in Metabolism: Used to investigate the metabolic pathways of acetate in biological systems, including fatty acid synthesis and energy production (Krebs cycle).
• Pharmacokinetics and Drug Metabolism (ADME): Serves as a radiolabeled tracer to study the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion of pharmaceutical compounds.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in enzymatic assays and studies of acetyltransferase activity and histone acetylation processes.
• Environmental Science: Applied in research on microbial degradation and the fate of acetate in environmental samples.
• Diagnostic Agent Development: Utilized in the research and development phase of novel diagnostic imaging agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acetic Acid, Sodium Salt, [3H]
CAS No.	129085-74-1
Molecular Formula	C2H3NaO2 (³H labeled)
Molecular Weight	~83.04 g/mol (³H labeled form)
Synonyms	[³H]Sodium Acetate; Sodium [³H]Acetate; Tritium-labeled Sodium Acetate; Sodium Acetate (³H); Acetic-³H Acid, Sodium Salt; Sodium Salt of Acetic-³H Acid; Sodium Ethanoate-³H
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of our tritium-labeled sodium acetate is manufactured and tested to meet stringent quality standards for radiochemical purity and specific activity. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation, including Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific activity, radiochemical purity (typically >97% by HPLC), and chemical purity. Our quality system ensures traceability and consistency for critical research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a controlled environment to maintain stability. Follow all applicable laboratory safety and radiation protection protocols for handling radioactive materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow solution
Identification (IR/HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Specific Activity	Contact for details (Ci/mmol or GBq/mmol)
Radiochemical Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97%
Chemical Purity (HPLC/IC)	≥ 98%
Solvent	Aqueous ethanol or specified buffer
Concentration	1 mCi/mL (37 MBq/mL) or as specified

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