Description

D-[2-13C]Erythro-Pent-2-Ulose is a stable isotope-labeled carbohydrate derivative, specifically a 13C-labeled ketopentose, essential for advanced metabolic and biochemical research. This compound serves as a critical tracer for elucidating complex biochemical pathways, including the pentose phosphate pathway and carbohydrate metabolism, with high specificity due to its isotopic label. It is primarily utilized by research scientists and analytical laboratories in pharmaceutical development, metabolic engineering, and academic research requiring precise isotopic tracking.

Application

• Metabolic Pathway Tracer: Used in in vitro and in vivo studies to trace carbon flux through the pentose phosphate pathway and related carbohydrate metabolic networks.
• NMR Spectroscopy: Serves as a vital standard and substrate in 13C Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) studies for structural elucidation and dynamic metabolic profiling.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Employed in the development and testing of drugs targeting metabolic disorders, diabetes, and cancer metabolism.
• Stable Isotope Labeling: Acts as a building block for the synthesis of more complex 13C-labeled compounds for use in mass spectrometry (MS) and other isotopic labeling experiments.
• Enzyme Kinetics Studies: Utilized to investigate the mechanism and kinetics of enzymes involved in sugar metabolism and isomerization.
• Biochemical Reagent: Functions as a high-purity biochemical reagent in research focused on carbohydrate chemistry and bioenergetics.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-[2-13C]Erythro-Pent-2-Ulose
CAS No.	131771-71-6
Molecular Formula	C5H10O5 (with 13C at position 2)
Molecular Weight	151.12 g/mol (for 13C labeled form)
Synonyms	D-[2-13C]Erythro-2-Pentulose; [2-13C]-D-Erythro-Pent-2-ulose; 13C-Labeled D-Erythro-Pentulose; 2-Keto-D-[2-13C]erythro-pentose; D-[2-13C]Erythropentulose; 13C Isotopologue of D-Erythro-2-Pentulose; D-[2-13C]2-Pentulose; (2R,3R)-2,3,4-Trihydroxy-1-[2-13C]pentan-2-one
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Quality Control

Our D-[2-13C]Erythro-Pent-2-Ulose is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure the highest isotopic and chemical purity for research applications. Each batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing parameters such as isotopic enrichment (Atom % 13C), chemical purity, and identity confirmation. We adhere to relevant industry standards for fine chemicals and stable isotope-labeled compounds.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Isotopic Enrichment (Atom % 13C)	≥ 99% at position 2
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.