Description

Potassium Thiocyanate-14C is a carbon-14 labeled isotopologue of potassium thiocyanate, a key reagent in chemical synthesis and analytical chemistry. This radiolabeled compound is essential for conducting precise metabolic, pharmacokinetic, and environmental fate studies, providing critical data for research and regulatory submissions. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, agrochemical companies, and academic institutions engaged in advanced tracer and mechanistic studies.

Application

• Tracer Studies in Metabolism & Pharmacokinetics (PK/ADME): Used to track the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion of novel drug candidates and agrochemicals.
• Mechanistic Biochemical Research: Serves as a labeled precursor or probe in enzymatic studies and pathway elucidation.
• Environmental Fate and Degradation Studies: Employed to monitor the breakdown and transformation of chemicals in ecological systems.
• Analytical Method Development: Acts as an internal standard or reference material in advanced chromatographic (e.g., LC-MS) and spectroscopic analyses.
• Chemical Synthesis of Labeled Compounds: Provides a source of carbon-14 labeled thiocyanate for the synthesis of more complex radiolabeled molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Thiocyanate-14C
CAS No.	38527-79-6
Molecular Formula	CKNS
Molecular Weight	~98.18 (based on 14C label)
Synonyms	Potassium Thiocyanate (14C-labeled); Potassium Rhodanide-14C; Potassium Sulfocyanate-14C; KSCN-14C; Thiocyanic Acid, Potassium Salt-14C; Potassium Isothiocyanate-14C; 14C-Potassium Thiocyanate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Potassium Thiocyanate-14C is manufactured and analyzed under strict quality systems to ensure identity, purity, and specific activity. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific activity, radiochemical purity, chemical purity, and solvent composition are provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) or as specified on the label. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment. Handle and store in accordance with all applicable radiation safety regulations and guidelines.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Specific Activity	Customizable (mCi/mmol)
Radiochemical Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98%
Chemical Purity (Titration)	≥ 95%
Solvent (if supplied in solution)	Specified on COA

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