Description

Hexadecanoic-11,11-D2 Acid is a deuterium-labeled analog of palmitic acid, a fundamental saturated fatty acid. This stable isotope-labeled compound is essential for advanced analytical research, providing a critical internal standard for precise quantification and metabolic pathway tracing. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and analytical chemistry sectors who require high-fidelity tools for mass spectrometry, NMR spectroscopy, and metabolic studies.

Application

• Internal Standard for Mass Spectrometry (MS): Used as a quantitative reference in LC-MS and GC-MS analysis of fatty acids and lipids to ensure accuracy and reproducibility.
• Metabolic Pathway Tracing: Employed in biochemical and pharmacological research to study lipid metabolism, β-oxidation, and drug-lipid interactions using tracer techniques.
• NMR Spectroscopy Studies: Serves as a valuable probe in nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy for structural elucidation and dynamic studies of lipid assemblies.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Facilitates the development and validation of analytical methods for lipid-based drug formulations and biomarker discovery.
• Nutritional Science Research: Applied in studies investigating fatty acid absorption, distribution, and metabolic fate in biological systems.
• Synthesis of Labeled Compounds: Acts as a key deuterated building block for the synthesis of more complex isotopically labeled molecules for research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexadecanoic-11,11-D2 Acid
CAS No.	1219805-64-7
Molecular Formula	C16H30D2O2
Molecular Weight	258.43 g/mol
Synonyms	Palmitic-11,11-d2 Acid; 11,11-Dideuteriohexadecanoic Acid; Deuterated Palmitic Acid; [11,11-2H2]Palmitic Acid; Hexadecanoic-d2 Acid; C16:0-d2; Isotopically Labeled Palmitate; 11,11-D2-Palmitate
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Quality Control

Our deuterated chemicals are produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure isotopic purity and chemical integrity. Each batch of Hexadecanoic-11,11-D2 Acid is characterized by advanced analytical techniques including NMR and MS to confirm isotopic enrichment and chemical purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, isotopic purity, and identification is provided with every shipment to support your research and compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a dry, well-ventilated area. For long-term storage, consider keeping the material under an inert atmosphere to minimize the risk of oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0% (Chemical Purity)
Isotopic Purity (MS)	≥98 atom % D
Positional Isotopic Enrichment	≥99% at 11,11 position
Melting Point	61 - 64 °C

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