Description

Methyl Formate-D is a deuterated isotopologue of methyl formate, where the hydrogen atoms are replaced with deuterium, a stable isotope of hydrogen. This specific labeling is critical for applications requiring precise molecular tracking and analysis, such as in spectroscopic studies and reaction mechanism elucidation. It serves as an essential reagent for researchers and industries focused on advanced chemical synthesis, analytical method development, and materials science.

Application

• As a deuterated solvent or reagent in Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy for structural analysis.
• Use as a labeled starting material or intermediate in deuterium-labeling synthesis for pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.
• Employed in reaction kinetics and mechanistic studies to trace reaction pathways.
• Application in Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy and other analytical techniques as a reference standard.
• Used in the development and calibration of mass spectrometry (MS) methods.
• Potential use in the synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced materials with specific isotopic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl Formate-D
CAS No.	23731-38-6
Molecular Formula	C2D4O2
Molecular Weight	64.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Deuterated Methyl Formate; Methyl Formate-d4; Formic Acid-d, Methyl-d3 Ester; [2H4]-Methyl Formate; Perdeuterated Methyl Formate; Methyl-d3 Formate-d; CD3OC(O)D
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Quality Control

Our Methyl Formate-D is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure isotopic purity and chemical integrity. Each batch is characterized using advanced analytical techniques, including NMR and GC-MS, to confirm deuterium enrichment and chemical purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing isotopic purity, chemical assay, and impurity profile is provided with every shipment to support your research and compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area. Due to its highly volatile and hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, it is recommended to store the container under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) to maintain stability and prevent moisture ingress or isotopic exchange.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless Liquid
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to Structure
Isotopic Purity (Deuterium Content)	≥ 99 atom % D
Chemical Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	≤ 0.1%

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