Description

Maleic Anhydride, [2,3-14C] CAS NO 54744-92-2 is a high-purity, carbon-14 labeled derivative of maleic anhydride, a critical industrial chemical intermediate. This isotopically labeled compound is essential for advanced research and development, enabling precise metabolic and environmental fate studies. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical researchers, agrochemical developers, and environmental scientists for tracer applications, mechanistic studies, and analytical method development.

Application

• Tracer Studies in Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics: Used to track the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME) of maleic anhydride-derived compounds in biological systems.
• Polymer Science Research: Employed in the study of polymerization mechanisms, copolymer composition, and the degradation pathways of polymers like unsaturated polyester resins.
• Agrochemical Research: Facilitates the investigation of environmental fate, biodegradation, and plant uptake of agrochemicals synthesized from maleic anhydride.
• Analytical Method Development: Serves as an internal standard or reference material in advanced chromatographic (HPLC, LC-MS) and spectroscopic analyses.
• Chemical Reaction Mechanism Elucidation: Aids in deciphering complex reaction pathways in organic synthesis and catalysis involving maleic anhydride.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Maleic Anhydride, [2,3-14C]
CAS No.	54744-92-2
Molecular Formula	C414C2H2O3
Molecular Weight	~100.06 (specific activity dependent)
Synonyms	2,5-Furandione, [2,3-14C]; [14C]-Maleic Anhydride; Radioactive Maleic Anhydride; Carbon-14 Labeled Maleic Anhydride; Isotopic Tracer Maleic Anhydride; 14C-MA; Labeled MAH; 2,3-14C-Maleic Anhydride
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Quality Control

Every batch of our Maleic Anhydride, [2,3-14C] is manufactured and analyzed under strict quality systems to ensure high chemical, radiochemical, and isomeric purity. Specifications are verified by techniques including HPLC with radiometric detection, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific activity, radiochemical purity, chemical 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) to maintain stability. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed under inert atmosphere if specified and opened in a controlled, dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Chemical Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98%
Radiochemical Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97%
Specific Activity	Customer specified (mCi/mmol)
Solvent (if supplied in solution)	As specified (e.g., Toluene, Acetonitrile)
Concentration	As specified (mCi/mL or mg/mL)

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