Description

Hexadecanoic Acid-2-13C is a stable isotope-labeled analog of palmitic acid, a fundamental saturated fatty acid. This compound is essential for advanced research and development, providing a critical tool for precise metabolic and biochemical pathway tracing using mass spectrometry and NMR spectroscopy. It is primarily utilized by scientists and quality control professionals in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and analytical chemistry industries for applications requiring high isotopic purity and chemical stability.

Application

• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: Used as an internal standard or tracer in lipid metabolism, obesity, and diabetes research to study fatty acid biosynthesis and β-oxidation.
• Drug Development & Pharmacokinetics: Employed in ADME (Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, and Excretion) studies for lipid-based drug formulations.
• Analytical Method Development: Serves as a certified reference material (CRM) for the calibration and validation of GC-MS and LC-MS methods in clinical and forensic toxicology.
• Nutritional Science Research: Applied in studies investigating dietary fat absorption, lipidomics, and the role of specific fatty acids in cellular function.
• Biochemical Assays: Acts as a substrate or standard in enzymatic assays for lipases and other lipid-modifying enzymes.
• Isotope Dilution Mass Spectrometry (IDMS): Provides accurate quantification of palmitic acid and related compounds in complex biological matrices.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexadecanoic Acid-2-13C
CAS No.	287100-87-2
Molecular Formula	C1513CH31O2
Molecular Weight	257.42 g/mol
Synonyms	Palmitic Acid-2-13C; 1-Pentadecanecarboxylic Acid-2-13C; n-Hexadecanoic Acid-2-13C; C16:0-2-13C; [2-13C]-Palmitic Acid; Hexadecanoic-2-13C Acid; Isotopically Labeled Palmitic Acid; 13C Labeled Palmitate
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Quality Control

Our Hexadecanoic Acid-2-13C is manufactured under strict quality systems to ensure high chemical and isotopic purity, critical for sensitive analytical applications. Each batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing parameters such as isotopic enrichment (atom % 13C), chemical purity by HPLC, and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR. We adhere to relevant industry standards for high-purity reference materials.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a dry, well-ventilated area. The product is stable under these conditions for extended periods.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Isotopic Enrichment	≥ 99 atom % 13C at C-2
Melting Point	61 - 64 °C

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