Description

Alanine, β-[1-14C] is a carbon-14 labeled isotopologue of β-alanine, a non-essential amino acid. This radiolabeled compound is a critical tool for metabolic pathway tracing and pharmacokinetic studies in research and development. It is primarily utilized by scientists in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and agrochemical industries for advanced research applications.

Application

• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: Used as a tracer to study the biosynthesis and degradation of β-alanine, pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5), and coenzyme A in biological systems.
• Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics (DMPK): Essential for tracking the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME) of β-alanine-containing compounds or related drug candidates.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in enzymatic assays and studies of carnosine synthesis and muscle physiology.
• Agricultural Chemical Research: Applied in environmental fate studies to understand the metabolism and degradation pathways of agrochemicals.
• Radiopharmaceutical Precursor: Serves as a potential starting material for the synthesis of more complex radiolabeled diagnostic agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	Alanine, β-[1-14C]
CAS No.	36724-63-7
Molecular Formula	C3H714CNO2
Molecular Weight	~91.1 g/mol (exact mass depends on specific activity)
Synonyms	3-Aminopropanoic acid-1-14C; β-Alanine-1-14C; 3-14C-β-Alanine; Abufene-14C; β-Aminopropionic acid-1-14C; 1-Carbon-14 labeled β-alanine; (1-14C)-3-Aminopropanoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Alanine, β-[1-14C] is manufactured and analyzed under strict quality control protocols to ensure the highest standards of radiochemical purity, chemical purity, and specific activity. Our quality system ensures traceability and compliance with relevant guidelines for radioactive materials. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific activity, purity by HPLC, radiochemical identity, and solvent content is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at the recommended temperature (typically 2-8°C or as specified on the label) in a designated area for radioactive materials. Follow all local and international regulations for the handling and storage of radiochemicals.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or solution (as specified)
Identification (IR/NMR)	Conforms to structure
Specific Activity	Contact for details (mCi/mmol)
Radiochemical Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97%
Chemical Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98%
Solvent (if supplied as solution)	Specified on COA

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