Description

Caprylic Acid-1,2-13C2 is a stable isotope-labeled analog of caprylic acid, specifically enriched with carbon-13 at the 1 and 2 positions. This compound is an essential tool for advanced analytical research, providing a reliable internal standard for precise quantification and metabolic pathway tracing using techniques like mass spectrometry and NMR. It is primarily required by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and agrochemical industries for drug metabolism studies, clinical diagnostics, and the development of labeled active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Internal Standard for Quantitative Analysis: Used in GC-MS and LC-MS for the accurate quantification of caprylic acid and related compounds in complex biological and chemical matrices.
• Metabolic Pathway Tracing: Enables the study of fatty acid metabolism, β-oxidation, and energy production in biological systems.
• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Critical for pharmacokinetic (PK) and absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME) studies of new drug candidates.
• Clinical Diagnostics: Serves as a reference standard in assays for detecting inborn errors of metabolism related to medium-chain fatty acids.
• Synthesis of Labeled Compounds: Acts as a labeled building block for the synthesis of more complex carbon-13 labeled molecules for research.
• Nutritional Science Research: Used to investigate the digestion, absorption, and utilization of medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs).

Basic Information

Product Name	Caprylic Acid-1,2-13C2
CAS No.	202114-57-6
Molecular Formula	¹³C₂H₁₆O₂
Molecular Weight	146.18 (based on ¹³C₂)
Synonyms	Octanoic acid-1,2-13C2; n-Octanoic acid-1,2-13C2; n-Caprylic acid-1,2-13C2; 1,2-13C2-Octanoic acid; Heptane-1-carboxylic acid-1,2-13C2; C8:0-1,2-13C2; [1,2-13C2]Caprylic acid; [1,2-13C2]Octanoic acid
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Quality Control

Our Caprylic Acid-1,2-13C2 is manufactured under strict quality systems to ensure the highest isotopic and chemical purity for research applications. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing parameters such as isotopic enrichment (atom % ¹³C), chemical purity (by GC or HPLC), and identity confirmation (by NMR and IR). We ensure compliance with relevant standards for research chemicals and can provide support for regulatory submissions.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition. As a strong acid/organic solvent, handle with appropriate personal protective equipment in a fume hood.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Isotopic Enrichment	≥ 99 atom % ¹³C (at 1,2 positions)
Chemical Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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