Description

Lauric Acid-1,2,3,4-13C4 is a stable isotope-labeled analog of lauric acid, a medium-chain saturated fatty acid, where the first four carbon atoms are enriched with the carbon-13 isotope. This compound is an essential tool for advanced analytical research, providing a non-radioactive tracer for precise metabolic and pharmacokinetic studies. It is primarily utilized by researchers and scientists in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and nutritional science industries who require high-fidelity internal standards for mass spectrometry (MS) and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy.

Application

• Internal Standard for Mass Spectrometry (MS): Serves as a critical quantitative reference in GC-MS and LC-MS analyses for accurate measurement of lauric acid and its metabolites in complex biological matrices.
• Metabolic Pathway Tracing: Used in isotope labeling studies to elucidate the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME) of fatty acids in vivo.
• NMR Spectroscopy: Provides distinct spectral signatures for structural analysis and dynamic studies of lipid systems and formulations.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Facilitates drug development research involving lipid-based drug delivery systems and prodrugs.
• Nutritional Science: Enables precise tracking of medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) metabolism in dietary and clinical studies.
• Biochemical Research: Acts as a tracer in enzymatic studies to investigate lipid biosynthesis and degradation pathways.
• Quality Control & Method Development: Employed in analytical laboratories for developing and validating robust assay methods for fatty acid analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lauric Acid-1,2,3,4-13C4
CAS No.	287111-14-2
Molecular Formula	¹³C₄C₈H₂₀O₂
Molecular Weight	204.29 (based on ¹³C=13.0034)
Synonyms	Dodecanoic-1,2,3,4-13C4 acid; [1,2,3,4-13C4]Lauric Acid; 1,2,3,4-13C4-Lauric Acid; Isotopically Labeled Lauric Acid; 13C4-Lauric Acid; C12:0-13C4; n-Dodecanoic-1,2,3,4-13C4 Acid
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Quality Control

Our Lauric Acid-1,2,3,4-13C4 is manufactured under strict quality systems to ensure exceptional isotopic and chemical purity, which is critical for sensitive analytical applications. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing parameters such as isotopic enrichment, chemical purity (by HPLC), and identity confirmation. We support research compliance and data integrity requirements for global laboratories.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a dry, well-ventilated area. For long-term stability, storing under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) is recommended to prevent oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Isotopic Enrichment (¹³C4)	≥ 99 atom % ¹³C
Chemical Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	43 - 46 °C

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