Description

Ethylene Glycol, [1,2-14C] CAS NO 59609-67-5 is a carbon-14 radiolabeled analog of the common industrial chemical ethylene glycol. This specialized compound is critical for conducting precise metabolic and environmental fate studies, enabling researchers to track the molecule's pathway and degradation products with high sensitivity. It is an essential tool for scientists and quality control professionals in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and environmental research sectors who require definitive data on compound behavior and safety.

Application

• Tracer Studies in Metabolism Research: Used to elucidate the metabolic pathways and pharmacokinetics of ethylene glycol and related compounds in biological systems.
• Environmental Fate and Degradation Analysis: Employed to study the breakdown, persistence, and transformation of ethylene glycol in soil, water, and microbial environments.
• Drug Development and Toxicology: Serves as a radiolabeled intermediate or tracer in the development and safety assessment of pharmaceutical formulations.
• Agrochemical Research: Utilized to investigate the uptake, distribution, and metabolism of ethylene glycol-based compounds in plants and pests.
• Chemical Reaction Mechanism Studies: Applied in fundamental research to trace specific carbon atoms through complex synthetic pathways.
• Quality Control and Analytical Method Development: Acts as an internal standard or reference material in advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethylene Glycol, [1,2-14C]
CAS No.	59609-67-5
Molecular Formula	C2H614CO2
Molecular Weight	64.06 g/mol (nominal, for unlabeled EG: 62.07)
Synonyms	1,2-Ethanediol-1,2-14C; [1,2-14C]Ethylene Glycol; 14C-Labeled Ethylene Glycol; Ethane-1,2-diol-1,2-14C; Radioactive Ethylene Glycol; Carbon-14 Ethylene Glycol; EG-14C; 2-Hydroxyethanol-1,2-14C
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Ethylene Glycol, [1,2-14C] is manufactured and analyzed under strict quality systems to ensure high chemical and radiochemical purity, specific activity, and stability. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including HPLC and radio-HPLC analysis, to ensure compliance with the stringent requirements of research and regulatory applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, specific activity, solvent, and analytical methods 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 COA. This product is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic); ensure containers are sealed under inert atmosphere if specified. Store in accordance with all local and national regulations for radioactive materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR / NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98% (chemical purity)
Radiochemical Purity (Radio-HPLC)	≥ 97%
Specific Activity	Contact for details (mCi/mmol)
Solvent	Specified on COA (e.g., Ethanol, Water)
Concentration	Specified on COA (mCi/mL or µCi/mg)

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