Description

Ethylene, [14C(U)] CAS NO 40841-77-8 is a uniformly carbon-14 labeled isotopologue of ethylene, a fundamental building block in organic chemistry. This radiolabeled compound is essential for tracing metabolic pathways, studying reaction mechanisms, and investigating material transport in both industrial and biological systems. It is a critical tool for researchers and quality control specialists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require precise tracking of carbon atoms.

Application

• Metabolic Pathway Tracing in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research and development.
• Reaction Mechanism Studies for catalysis and polymerization processes in industrial chemistry.
• Environmental Fate Studies to track the degradation and movement of ethylene-derived compounds.
• Polymer Science Research, specifically for investigating the incorporation and distribution of monomers in polyethylene and copolymers.
• Biochemical Assays for enzymatic studies involving ethylene as a substrate or product.
• Quality Control & Reference Standard in analytical laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethylene, [14C(U)]
CAS No.	40841-77-8
Molecular Formula	¹⁴C₂H₄
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	[14C]Ethylene; Ethylene-14C; [U-14C]Ethylene; Ethene-14C; Uniformly Labeled Carbon-14 Ethylene; 14C-Ethylene; Radiolabeled Ethylene; Carbon-14 Labeled Ethene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Each batch of Ethylene, [14C(U)] is characterized for radiochemical purity and chemical identity to meet exacting research requirements. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific activity, purity, and analytical methods (e.g., Radio-HPLC, GC) are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its gaseous and highly volatile nature, this material must be stored in a certified, properly labeled gas cylinder or sealed ampule under controlled conditions as specified on the label or safety data sheet. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless Gas
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Radiochemical Purity (Radio-HPLC/GC)	≥ 98%
Chemical Purity (GC)	≥ 99%
Specific Activity	Contact for details
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.