Description

Octanoic-1,2,3,4-13C4 Acid is a stable isotope-labeled analog of caprylic acid, where four carbon atoms are enriched with the non-radioactive carbon-13 isotope. This high-purity labeled compound is essential for advanced analytical research, providing an internal standard for precise quantification and metabolic pathway tracing. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and life science industries for applications in mass spectrometry, NMR spectroscopy, and metabolic studies.

Application

• Internal Standard for Mass Spectrometry (MS): Provides accurate quantification of octanoic acid and related metabolites in complex biological matrices like plasma, urine, and tissue samples.
• Metabolic Flux Analysis (MFA): Used as a tracer to study lipid metabolism, fatty acid oxidation, and energy production pathways in cell cultures, animal models, and clinical research.
• NMR Spectroscopy Studies: Serves as a valuable probe for structural elucidation and dynamic studies of metabolic processes due to its distinct 13C NMR signature.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Employed in the research and quality control of drug candidates, especially those involving fatty acid metabolism or prodrug strategies.
• Nutritional and Biomedical Research: Facilitates studies on medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) metabolism, ketogenic diets, and metabolic disorders.
• Environmental and Chemical Analysis: Acts as a labeled standard for detecting and quantifying caprylic acid and its derivatives in environmental samples and industrial processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octanoic-1,2,3,4-13C4 Acid
CAS No.	159118-65-7
Molecular Formula	¹³C₄H₁₆O₂
Molecular Weight	148.17 g/mol (for ¹³C₄ labeled form)
Synonyms	Caprylic-1,2,3,4-13C4 Acid; n-Octanoic-1,2,3,4-13C4 Acid; ¹³C4-Octanoic Acid; [1,2,3,4-13C4]Octanoic Acid; Isotopically Labeled Caprylic Acid; Heptane-1-13C4-carboxylic Acid; Octanoic Acid (13C4); 13C Labeled Fatty Acid C8
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Quality Control

Our Octanoic-1,2,3,4-13C4 Acid is manufactured under strict quality systems to ensure exceptional isotopic and chemical purity, critical for sensitive analytical applications. Each batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing isotopic enrichment, chemical purity, and identity confirmation. We adhere to relevant industry standards for stable isotope-labeled compounds to guarantee reliable and reproducible performance in your research.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Keep away from strong oxidizers and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Isotopic Enrichment (¹³C)	≥ 99 atom % ¹³C (on specified positions 1-4)
Chemical Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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