Description

Glyceryl Tri(Octadecanoate-1-13C) is a stable isotope-labeled analog of glyceryl tristearate, where one carbon atom in the stearate chain is replaced with the carbon-13 isotope. This compound is essential for advanced analytical research, providing a critical internal standard for precise quantification and metabolic pathway tracing using techniques like mass spectrometry and NMR. It is primarily utilized by research scientists and quality control laboratories in the pharmaceutical, nutritional science, and biochemistry sectors for method development and validation.

Application

• Internal Standard for Mass Spectrometry (MS): Used for the accurate quantification of triglycerides and fatty acid metabolites in complex biological matrices.
• Metabolic Pathway Tracing: Enables the study of lipid metabolism, absorption, and distribution in nutritional and pharmacological research.
• Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Spectroscopy: Serves as a labeled standard for structural elucidation and dynamic studies of lipid molecules.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Critical for developing and validating bioanalytical methods for lipid-based drug formulations and pharmacokinetic studies.
• Nutritional Science Research: Investigates fat digestion, bioavailability, and the metabolic fate of dietary lipids.
• Quality Control & Assurance: Ensures accuracy and precision in the analysis of lipid ingredients and finished products in regulated environments.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Glyceryl Tri(Octadecanoate-1-13C)
CAS No.	287100-84-9
Molecular Formula	C57H11013C3O6
Molecular Weight	~ 897.5 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,3-Tri[(1-13C)octadecanoyl]glycerol; [1-13C]Stearic Acid Triglyceride; Glyceryl Tristearate-1-13C; 13C-Labeled Tristearin; GTS-13C; Trioctadecanoin-1-13C; 1,2,3-Tris(1-13C-stearoyl)glycerol; [1-13C]Tristearin
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Glyceryl Tri(Octadecanoate-1-13C) is produced and analyzed under strict quality protocols to ensure exceptional isotopic and chemical purity, critical for research integrity. Our quality assurance includes comprehensive testing via NMR, GC-MS, and HPLC. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing isotopic enrichment, chemical purity, and identity is provided with each shipment to support your regulatory and documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) to minimize oxidation. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Isotopic Enrichment	≥ 99 atom % 13C
Chemical Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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