Description

Caprylic Acid-2-13C is a stable isotope-labeled analog of caprylic acid, where the carbon atom at the 2-position is the 13C isotope. This product is essential for advanced analytical and research applications requiring precise metabolic tracing and quantification. It is particularly valuable for scientists and quality control professionals in the pharmaceutical, nutritional science, and biochemical research sectors who require high-purity isotopic standards for mass spectrometry and NMR studies.

Application

• Internal Standard for Mass Spectrometry (MS): Used as a quantitative reference standard in GC-MS and LC-MS analyses for accurate measurement of endogenous caprylic acid and related metabolites.
• Metabolic Pathway Tracing: Employed in 13C-isotope labeling studies to investigate lipid metabolism, β-oxidation pathways, and energy production in biological systems.
• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a critical tool in drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics (DMPK) studies to track the fate of drug compounds and their metabolites.
• Nutritional Science Research: Used to study the digestion, absorption, and utilization of medium-chain fatty acids (MCFAs) in dietary and clinical research.
• Biochemical Synthesis: Acts as a labeled precursor for the synthesis of more complex 13C-labeled compounds used in various research applications.
• Quality Control & Method Validation: Provides a certified reference material for validating analytical methods in compliance with guidelines from regulatory bodies like the FDA and EMA.

Basic Information

Product Name	Caprylic Acid-2-13C
CAS No.	287111-06-2
Molecular Formula	C713CH16O2
Molecular Weight	145.21 g/mol (approx.)
Synonyms	Octanoic-2-13C Acid; n-Octanoic-2-13C Acid; 1-Heptanecarboxylic-2-13C Acid; Caprylic Acid (2-13C); [2-13C]Octanoic Acid; C8:0-2-13C Fatty Acid; Ethylhexanoic-2-13C Acid (related); 13C Labeled Caprylic Acid
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Quality Control

Every batch of our Caprylic Acid-2-13C is manufactured and analyzed under strict quality management systems to ensure the highest isotopic and chemical purity for research applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) that detail isotopic enrichment (atom % 13C), chemical purity by HPLC/GC, and identity confirmation by NMR and IR spectroscopy. Our quality commitment aligns with the needs of GMP/GLP-compliant research environments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizers, bases, and sources of ignition. For long-term stability, consider storage under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

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

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