Description

Propane-2,2-D2 is a deuterated isotopologue of propane, specifically labeled at the 2-position. This compound is a valuable stable isotope-labeled standard, essential for applications requiring precise internal standards in mass spectrometry and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy. It is primarily utilized by researchers and analytical laboratories in the pharmaceutical, chemical, and academic sectors for metabolic studies, reaction mechanism elucidation, and quantitative analysis.

Application

• Internal Standard for Mass Spectrometry (MS): Used as a quantitative reference standard in GC-MS and LC-MS analyses to ensure accuracy and precision in the measurement of target analytes.
• NMR Spectroscopy Solvent & Tracer: Serves as a deuterated solvent or a mechanistic tracer in nuclear magnetic resonance studies to investigate molecular structure and reaction pathways.
• Metabolic Research: Employed in pharmacokinetic and metabolic flux studies to track the fate of molecules within biological systems.
• Chemical Reaction Studies: Acts as a labeled starting material or intermediate in synthetic chemistry to study reaction mechanisms and kinetics.
• Analytical Method Development: Critical for developing and validating sensitive and specific analytical methods in regulatory and quality control environments.
• Isotope Dilution Analysis: A key component in high-precision isotope dilution techniques for absolute quantification.

Basic Information

Product Name	Propane-2,2-D2
CAS No.	2875-95-8
Molecular Formula	C3H6D2 / C3H62H2
Molecular Weight	46.11 g/mol
Synonyms	[2H2]Propane; 2,2-Dideuteriopropane; Propane-d2; Propane-2,2-d2; (2,2-2H2)Propane; Isobutane-d2 (common misnomer); Deuterated Propane; C3H6D2
EINECS	220-716-5

Quality Control

Every batch of Propane-2,2-D2 is produced and analyzed under stringent quality management protocols. We guarantee high chemical and isotopic purity, with specifications typically meeting or exceeding the requirements for research and analytical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA), detailing parameters such as isotopic enrichment (atom % D), chemical purity (by GC), and identity confirmation (by MS/NMR), is provided with each shipment to ensure full traceability and compliance with your project needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its gaseous state under standard conditions, it must be contained in appropriate gas cylinders or sealed vessels. Keep container tightly closed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance (Color)	Colorless Gas
Identification (MS/NMR)	Conforms to Structure
Isotopic Purity (Atom % D)	≥ 98.0% (Contact for specific grade)
Chemical Purity (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	< 0.1%

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