Description

Hexadecanoic-2,2-D2 Acid is a deuterium-labeled analog of palmitic acid, a fundamental saturated fatty acid. This stable isotope-labeled compound is essential for advanced analytical and research applications where precise molecular tracking is required. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biochemical, and analytical chemistry sectors for use as an internal standard in mass spectrometry, metabolic studies, and NMR spectroscopy.

Application

• Internal Standard for Quantitative Analysis: Serves as a critical reference compound in GC-MS and LC-MS for the accurate quantification of palmitic acid and related metabolites in complex biological matrices.
• Metabolic Pathway Tracing: Used in stable isotope labeling studies to investigate lipid metabolism, fatty acid oxidation, and biosynthetic pathways in biochemical and pharmacological research.
• NMR Spectroscopy: Acts as a valuable probe in nuclear magnetic resonance studies due to the distinct signal of deuterium atoms, aiding in structural elucidation and dynamic analysis.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Employed in drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics (DMPK) studies to trace the fate of drug compounds and their lipid-based formulations.
• Biomarker Research: Facilitates the discovery and validation of lipid-based biomarkers in clinical and diagnostic research applications.
• Chemical Synthesis: Used as a labeled building block in the synthesis of more complex deuterated compounds for research purposes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexadecanoic-2,2-D2 Acid
CAS No.	62689-96-7
Molecular Formula	C16H30D2O2
Molecular Weight	258.43 g/mol
Synonyms	Palmitic-2,2-d2 Acid; 2,2-Dideuteriohexadecanoic Acid; Deuterated Palmitic Acid; Hexadecanoic Acid-d2; [2,2-2H2]Palmitic Acid; C16:0-d2; (2,2-2H2)Hexadecanoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our Hexadecanoic-2,2-D2 Acid is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure high isotopic purity and chemical integrity, meeting the stringent requirements of research and analytical applications. Each batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing parameters such as isotopic enrichment, chemical purity, and identity confirmation. We adhere to relevant industry standards for fine chemicals and stable isotope-labeled compounds.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Isotopic Enrichment	≥ 98 atom % D
Chemical Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	61 - 64 °C

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