Description

Eicosanoic-2,2-D2 Acid CAS NO 232600-70-3 is a deuterium-labeled analog of arachidic acid, a saturated long-chain fatty acid. This stable isotope-labeled compound is essential for advanced analytical and research applications where precise molecular tracking is required. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of pharmaceutical development, metabolic studies, and analytical chemistry.

Application

• Internal Standard for Mass Spectrometry (MS): Used as a quantitative reference standard in GC-MS and LC-MS analysis of fatty acids and lipids.
• Metabolic Pathway Tracing: Employed in deuterium labeling studies to investigate lipid metabolism, absorption, and catabolism in biological systems.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a key starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of deuterated drug candidates for improved pharmacokinetic profiles.
• NMR Spectroscopy: Acts as a probe in nuclear magnetic resonance studies due to the distinct signal of deuterium atoms.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in model membrane studies and to explore the biophysical properties of lipids.
• Quality Control & Method Development: Applied in analytical laboratories for developing and validating precise assay methods for fatty acid content.

Basic Information

Product Name	Eicosanoic-2,2-D2 Acid
CAS No.	232600-70-3
Molecular Formula	C20H38D2O2
Molecular Weight	314.53 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2-Dideuteroeicosanoic Acid; Arachidic-2,2-d2 Acid; Deuterated Arachidic Acid; Docosanoic-2,2-D2 Acid (common misnomer); Icosanoic-2,2-D2 Acid; n-Eicosanoic-2,2-D2 Acid; [2,2-2H2]Arachidic Acid; 2,2-Dideuteroicosanoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our Eicosanoic-2,2-D2 Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure high chemical purity and isotopic enrichment, meeting the exacting standards required for research and analytical applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, deuterium enrichment, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Deuterium Enrichment	≥ 98 atom % D
Melting Point	74 - 77 °C
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%

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