Description

Propene-2-13C is a stable isotope-labeled analog of propene, where the carbon atom at the 2-position is the carbon-13 (13C) isotope. This compound is essential as a precise tracer molecule in advanced research and analytical chemistry, enabling detailed mechanistic and metabolic studies. It is primarily utilized by scientists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and petrochemical industries for applications requiring high isotopic purity and reliable performance.

Application

• Metabolic Pathway Tracing: Used in 13C-NMR spectroscopy and mass spectrometry to elucidate biochemical pathways in drug metabolism and plant science research.
• Catalysis and Reaction Mechanism Studies: Serves as a labeled feedstock to study reaction intermediates, kinetics, and mechanisms in polymerization and hydrocarbon conversion processes.
• Environmental Fate Analysis: Employed as a tracer to monitor the environmental degradation and transport of propene and related compounds.
• Internal Standard for Analytical Quantification: Provides a high-purity reference standard for the accurate quantification of propene in complex gas mixtures via GC-MS.
• Polymer Science Research: Used in the synthesis of isotopically labeled polypropylene for studying polymer structure, dynamics, and properties.
• Breath Test Diagnostics: Acts as a potential substrate in the development of non-invasive medical diagnostic tests.

Basic Information

Product Name	Propene-2-13C
CAS No.	37020-81-8
Molecular Formula	13C1H6 or C3H6 (with 13C at position 2)
Molecular Weight	42.05 g/mol (approx.)
Synonyms	2-13C-Propene; Propylene-2-13C; [2-13C]Propene; 1-Propene-2-13C; 13C-Labeled Propylene; Methyl-13C-ethylene; Isotopic Propene; 13C Propene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Propene-2-13C is produced and analyzed under stringent quality protocols to ensure exceptional isotopic and chemical purity. Our quality commitment includes verification against in-house and international reference materials. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, detailing isotopic enrichment, chemical purity, and gas composition. We support compliance with cGMP and ISO 9001 standards for research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed, valve-sealed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its highly volatile and gaseous nature, cylinders should be secured upright. Store at room temperature (15-25°C) in a dry environment. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance (Gas)	Colorless
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Isotopic Enrichment (13C)	≥ 99 atom %
Chemical Purity (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Main Impurities (GC)	Propane, other hydrocarbons (Specified on COA)

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