Description

Propanoic Acid-1-13C is a stable isotope-labeled analog of propanoic acid, where the carbon atom at the 1-position is the carbon-13 isotope. This precise labeling is critical for applications requiring high sensitivity and specificity in analytical and metabolic research. It is an essential tool for scientists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and advanced chemical synthesis sectors who require reliable isotopic tracers.

Application

• Metabolic Pathway Tracing: Used as a carbon-13 labeled tracer in NMR spectroscopy and mass spectrometry studies to elucidate biochemical pathways.
• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of isotopically labeled drug candidates for pharmacokinetic and metabolic stability studies.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in in vitro and in vivo studies to investigate fatty acid metabolism and energy production cycles.
• Analytical Chemistry: Acts as an internal standard for the accurate quantification of propanoic acid and related compounds in complex matrices using GC-MS or LC-MS.
• Chemical Synthesis: Utilized in the preparation of more complex carbon-13 labeled compounds for use as diagnostic agents or research chemicals.
• Food Science & Authenticity Testing: Applied in isotope ratio mass spectrometry (IRMS) to study fermentation processes or verify the authenticity of food products.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Propanoic Acid-1-13C
CAS No.	6212-69-7
Molecular Formula	¹³CH₃CH₂COOH
Molecular Weight	75.06 g/mol (approx.)
Synonyms	Propionic Acid-1-13C; [1-¹³C]Propanoic Acid; ¹³C-Labeled Propionic Acid; [1-¹³C]Propionic Acid; 1-¹³C-Propanoic Acid; Ethanecarboxylic Acid-1-13C; Methylacetic Acid-1-13C; Carboxy-13C Ethane
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Quality Control

Every batch of Propanoic Acid-1-13C is manufactured and analyzed under strict quality management protocols 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 (atom % ¹³C), chemical purity, and specific analytical results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to ensure long-term stability of the labeled compound.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR / NMR)	Conforms to structure
Isotopic Enrichment (Atom % ¹³C)	≥ 99%
Chemical Purity (GC / HPLC)	≥ 98%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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