Description

Adipic Acid, [1,6-14C] is a carbon-14 labeled isotopologue of adipic acid, a key dicarboxylic acid. This radiolabeled compound is essential for precise metabolic and pharmacokinetic studies, enabling researchers to trace the fate of adipic acid and its derivatives in complex biological and chemical systems. It is a critical tool for scientists in pharmaceutical research, biochemistry, and material science who require high-specific-activity tracers for advanced analytical applications.

Application

• Metabolic Pathway Tracing: Used as a radiotracer in biochemical research to study the metabolism of adipic acid and its role in various biological processes.
• Pharmacokinetic Studies: Essential for tracking the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME) of adipic acid-derived compounds in drug development.
• Polymer Science Research: Employed in the study of nylon-6,6 and other polyamide synthesis mechanisms to understand monomer incorporation and polymer degradation.
• Environmental Fate Studies: Applied to investigate the biodegradation and environmental breakdown pathways of adipic acid and related industrial chemicals.
• Analytical Method Development: Serves as an internal standard or reference material in advanced chromatographic and mass spectrometric techniques like LC-MS.

Basic Information

Product Name	Adipic Acid, [1,6-14C]
CAS No.	42331-63-5
Molecular Formula	C6H10O4 (with 14C at positions 1 & 6)
Molecular Weight	~146.14 g/mol (exact mass depends on specific activity)
Synonyms	1,6-14C-Adipic Acid; Hexanedioic-1,6-14C Acid; [1,6-14C]Hexanedioic Acid; Radiolabeled Adipic Acid; Carbon-14 Labeled Adipic Acid; Adipic Acid-1,6-14C; ADA-1,6-14C
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Quality Control

Every batch of our Adipic Acid, [1,6-14C] is manufactured and tested under strict quality systems to ensure high chemical and radiochemical purity. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including analysis by HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure compliance with research-grade standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific activity, purity, and solvent composition is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at recommended temperatures (typically 2-8°C or as specified on the label) in a dedicated, appropriately shielded facility for radioactive materials. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR/NMR)	Conforms to structure
Chemical Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98%
Radiochemical Purity	≥ 97%
Specific Activity	Customizable (mCi/mmol range)
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.