Description

Methane-D4 CAS NO 558-20-3 is a stable isotope-labeled compound where four hydrogen atoms are replaced by deuterium. This high-purity deuterated methane is an essential tool for advanced analytical research and industrial process development, offering a non-radioactive tracer with distinct spectroscopic properties. It is primarily utilized by researchers and quality control laboratories in the pharmaceutical, chemical, and environmental sectors for applications requiring precise molecular tracking and analysis.

Application

• NMR Spectroscopy: Serves as a crucial internal standard or reference compound in Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) analysis for structural elucidation and quantitative studies.
• Mass Spectrometry: Used as a calibration standard and tracer in GC-MS and LC-MS workflows to enhance detection accuracy and method development.
• Chemical Reaction Mechanism Studies: Acts as a deuterium source or a labeled reactant to investigate reaction pathways, kinetics, and catalytic processes in research and development.
• Environmental & Atmospheric Research: Employed in tracer experiments to model and study methane migration, oxidation, and other environmental processes.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Utilized in drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics (DMPK) studies to trace the fate of molecules within biological systems.
• Semiconductor Manufacturing: May be used in specialized chemical vapor deposition (CVD) processes or plasma etching where a deuterated precursor is required.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Methane-D4
CAS No.	558-20-3
Molecular Formula	CD₄
Molecular Weight	20.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Deuterated Methane; Tetradeuteromethane; Methane-d4; Perdeuteromethane; [²H₄]Methane; CD₄; Methane (Tetradeutero-); NSC 8884
EINECS	209-192-2

Quality Control

Every batch of Methane-D4 is produced and analyzed under stringent quality protocols to ensure exceptional isotopic and chemical purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as isotopic enrichment (D-atom %), chemical purity, and impurity profiles via validated methods like GC and NMR. Our quality management system is designed to meet the exacting standards of research and industrial applications, ensuring reliable and reproducible performance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. For optimal long-term stability, store under an inert atmosphere at room temperature (15-25°C). Ensure the container is securely sealed to prevent loss of the gaseous product.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless Gas
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Isotopic Purity (D-atom %)	≥ 99.0%
Chemical Purity (GC)	≥ 99.5%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 50 ppm
Oxygen Content	≤ 10 ppm
Nitrogen Content	≤ 50 ppm

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