Description

2,6-Di(Methyl-D3)-Naphthalene is a deuterated isotopologue of 2,6-dimethylnaphthalene, where the hydrogen atoms in the methyl groups are replaced by deuterium (D). This compound is a critical stable isotope-labeled standard, essential for ensuring accuracy and reliability in advanced analytical techniques. It is primarily utilized by research scientists and quality control laboratories in the pharmaceutical, environmental, and material science sectors for applications requiring precise internal standards, metabolic studies, and NMR spectroscopy.

Application

• Internal Standard for Quantitative Analysis: Used as a deuterated internal standard in GC-MS and LC-MS for the accurate quantification of 2,6-dimethylnaphthalene and related compounds in complex matrices.
• NMR Spectroscopy: Serves as a valuable probe in nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) studies for mechanistic investigations and structural analysis due to its distinct deuterium signature.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Employed in drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics (DMPK) studies as a tracer to monitor the fate of active pharmaceutical ingredients.
• Environmental Analysis: Acts as a reference standard for tracing polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and their derivatives in environmental samples.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development and analysis of advanced polymers and organic electronic materials where isotopic purity is a factor.
• Chemical Synthesis: Functions as a specialized building block or starting material for synthesizing other deuterated compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Di(Methyl-D3)-Naphthalene
CAS No.	51209-51-9
Molecular Formula	C12D6H8
Molecular Weight	172.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Bis(trideuteriomethyl)naphthalene; 2,6-Dimethyl-d6-naphthalene; Naphthalene, 2,6-bis(methyl-d3)-; Deuterated 2,6-Dimethylnaphthalene; 2,6-Dimethylnaphthalene-d6; 2,6-DMN-d6
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Quality Control

Our 2,6-Di(Methyl-D3)-Naphthalene is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure high isotopic and chemical purity, critical for research and analytical applications. Each batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as isotopic enrichment (D atom %), chemical purity, and impurity profile. We adhere to relevant industry standards for stable isotope-labeled compounds to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your most demanding applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Keep away from sources of heat and ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Isotopic Enrichment (D atom %)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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