Description

5-Hydroxymethyl-2-Furaldehyde-13C6 is a stable isotope-labeled analog of 5-Hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF), a key platform chemical derived from biomass. This compound is essential for advanced analytical research, providing an internal standard for precise quantification and metabolic pathway tracing in complex matrices. It is primarily utilized by researchers and quality control laboratories in the pharmaceutical, food science, and biofuel sectors for method development and validation.

Application

• Internal Standard for Quantitative Analysis: Used in LC-MS and GC-MS methods for the accurate measurement of HMF in food products like honey, fruit juices, and baked goods.
• Metabolic Tracer Studies: Enables the investigation of furan derivative metabolism and pathways in biological and chemical systems.
• Method Development & Validation: Critical for developing robust analytical protocols in pharmaceutical impurity profiling and food safety testing.
• Biomass Conversion Research: Serves as a labeled standard in studies monitoring the formation and degradation of HMF during biomass processing and biofuel production.
• Quality Control & Reference Material: Acts as a high-purity certified reference material (CRM) for calibrating instruments and ensuring analytical accuracy in contract research organizations (CROs) and testing labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Hydroxymethyl-2-Furaldehyde-13C6
CAS No.	1219193-98-2
Molecular Formula	13C6H6O3
Molecular Weight	132.06 (theoretical)
Synonyms	5-Hydroxymethylfurfural-13C6; HMF-13C6; 5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-furancarboxaldehyde-13C6; 5-HMF-13C6; 5-Hydroxymethyl-2-furaldehyde-13C6; (13C6)-5-Hydroxymethylfurfural; Isotopically Labeled HMF; [13C6]-HMF
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Quality Control

Our 5-Hydroxymethyl-2-Furaldehyde-13C6 is manufactured under strict quality systems to ensure high isotopic and chemical purity suitable for analytical applications. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing isotopic enrichment, chemical purity by HPLC, and identification. We support compliance with GMP/GLP principles for research and quality control use.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a dry environment. For long-term storage, consider storing at 2-8°C under an inert atmosphere to maximize stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Isotopic Enrichment (13C6)	≥ 99 atom % 13C
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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