Description

Sodium Hexadecanoate-D31 is a deuterium-labeled analog of sodium palmitate, a key fatty acid salt. This high-purity, isotopically enriched compound is essential for advanced analytical research, providing a stable internal standard for precise quantification and metabolic pathway tracing. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and analytical chemistry sectors for applications in mass spectrometry, NMR spectroscopy, and metabolic studies.

Application

• Internal Standard for Mass Spectrometry (MS): Used as a quantitative reference standard in LC-MS and GC-MS analysis of lipids and fatty acids.
• Metabolic Pathway Tracing: Enables the study of lipid metabolism, absorption, and distribution in biological systems via isotope labeling.
• NMR Spectroscopy Studies: Serves as a deuterated probe for structural analysis and dynamics in complex biochemical environments.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Supports drug discovery and development research focused on metabolic diseases and lipid-based formulations.
• Biomarker Research: Facilitates the accurate identification and quantification of palmitate and related metabolites in clinical samples.
• Quality Control in Analytical Labs: Ensures method accuracy and validation in laboratories performing lipidomic profiling.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium Hexadecanoate-D31
CAS No.	467235-83-2
Molecular Formula	C16D31NaO2
Molecular Weight	Approx. 297.6 g/mol (Contact for exact details)
Synonyms	Sodium Palmitate-D31; Deuterated Sodium Palmitate; Hexadecanoic-d31 acid, sodium salt; Palmitic-d31 Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium (1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,16,16-d31)-hexadecanoate; Sodium Hexadecanoate (D31); Sodium Salt of Perdeuterated Palmitic Acid
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Quality Control

Every batch of Sodium Hexadecanoate-D31 is manufactured and tested under strict quality management systems to ensure exceptional isotopic purity and chemical integrity. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including NMR and MS analysis, to confirm isotopic enrichment and chemical purity, ensuring compliance with research-grade standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing isotopic purity, chemical assay, and impurity profile is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). For long-term stability, consider storage under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Isotopic Purity (D)	≥ 98 atom % D
Chemical Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%

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