Description

Hexanoic Acid-1,2-13C2 is a stable isotope-labeled analog of caproic acid, where two carbon atoms at the 1 and 2 positions are enriched with the 13C isotope. This compound is essential for advanced analytical and metabolic research, providing a critical internal standard for precise quantification and pathway tracing. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and agrochemical sectors for applications requiring high analytical fidelity.

Application

• Internal Standard for Quantitative Analysis: Used in GC-MS and LC-MS for the accurate quantification of hexanoic acid and related metabolites in complex biological matrices.
• Metabolic Pathway Tracing: Enables detailed studies of fatty acid metabolism, β-oxidation, and biosynthetic pathways in nutritional and pharmaceutical research.
• Pharmaceutical Impurity Profiling: Serves as a reference standard in the development and validation of methods for impurity identification and control in drug substances.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in enzymatic studies and in vitro assays to investigate lipid metabolism and signaling.
• Food & Flavor Analysis: Acts as a labeled standard for the analysis of flavor compounds and short-chain fatty acids in food safety and quality control.
• Environmental Science: Used as a tracer in studies monitoring the environmental fate and biodegradation of organic acids.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexanoic Acid-1,2-13C2
CAS No.	58454-02-7
Molecular Formula	13C2H12O2
Molecular Weight	118.15 g/mol (approx.)
Synonyms	1,2-13C2-Hexanoic Acid; [1,2-13C2]Caproic Acid; Labeled Caproic Acid; n-Caproic Acid-1,2-13C2; Butylacetic Acid-1,2-13C2; Pentanecarboxylic Acid-1,2-13C2; 13C Labeled Hexanoic Acid; Isotopic Caproate
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Quality Control

Every batch of Hexanoic Acid-1,2-13C2 is manufactured and tested under strict quality management systems to ensure exceptional isotopic and chemical purity. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing isotopic enrichment, chemical purity, and identity are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. This material is a strong acid/organic solvent; store separately from bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Isotopic Enrichment (13C)	≥ 99 atom % (1,2 positions)
Chemical Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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