Description

Copper(I) Cyanide-15N is a stable isotope-labeled compound where the nitrogen atom is enriched with the 15N isotope. This specialized material is essential for advanced research and analytical applications requiring isotopic tracing, offering distinct spectral properties for precise detection and quantification. It is a critical reagent for scientists and manufacturers in the fields of nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, and metabolic pathway studies.

Application

• Isotopic Tracer Studies: Used as a 15N-labeled precursor in chemical reaction mechanisms and metabolic pathway analysis.
• NMR Spectroscopy: Serves as a crucial standard and reagent for 15N NMR due to its distinct chemical shift, aiding in structural elucidation.
• Mass Spectrometry: Employed as an internal standard in quantitative MS and MS/MS methods for accurate biomolecule quantification.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Utilized in the development and analysis of labeled drug compounds and their metabolites.
• Agricultural Chemistry: Applied in studies of nitrogen fixation, fertilizer uptake, and plant metabolism using stable isotopes.
• Catalysis Research: Investigated in catalytic reactions where the nitrogen source's pathway needs to be traced.
• Geochemical & Environmental Tracing: Used in specialized environmental studies to track cyanide and nitrogen-containing compound pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Copper(I) Cyanide-15N
CAS No.	204571-13-1
Molecular Formula	CCuN-15N or Cu(15CN)
Molecular Weight	~90.56 g/mol (for 15N labeled)
Synonyms	Cuprous Cyanide-15N; Copper Cyanide-15N (15N-labeled); 15N-Copper(I) Cyanide; Cyanocopper-15N; Isotopic Copper Cyanide; [15N]Cuprous Cyanide; Nitrogen-15 Copper Cyanide
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Quality Control

Our Copper(I) Cyanide-15N is produced under stringent conditions to ensure high isotopic and chemical purity. Each batch undergoes rigorous quality testing, including analysis by NMR and mass spectrometry to confirm isotopic enrichment and chemical identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing isotopic purity (atom % 15N), chemical purity, and relevant spectroscopic data are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to cream colored powder
Identification (IR/NMR)	Conforms to structure
Isotopic Purity (Atom % 15N)	≥ 98%
Chemical Purity (Assay, Titration)	≥ 98%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	< 20 ppm
Loss on Drying	< 1.0 %

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