Description

Palmitic Acid, [1-14C] CAS NO 765-07-1 is a carbon-14 radiolabeled isotopologue of palmitic acid, a key saturated fatty acid. This labeled compound is essential for metabolic pathway tracing, pharmacokinetic studies, and lipid metabolism research, providing critical insights into biochemical processes. It is primarily used by researchers and scientists in pharmaceutical development, biochemistry, and nutritional science who require precise tracking of fatty acid uptake and utilization.

Application

• Metabolic Pathway Tracing: Used as a radiotracer to study the β-oxidation, synthesis, and incorporation of palmitic acid into complex lipids.
• Drug Metabolism & Pharmacokinetics (DMPK): Employed in ADME (Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, Excretion) studies for lipid-based drug formulations.
• Biochemical Research: Investigates the role of palmitic acid in cellular signaling, protein palmitoylation, and insulin resistance mechanisms.
• Nutritional Science Studies: Tracks the fate of dietary saturated fats in animal models and in vitro systems.
• Lipidomics & Proteomics: Serves as an internal standard or tracer in mass spectrometry-based lipid profiling and protein modification studies.
• Environmental Fate Studies: Monitors the biodegradation and environmental transport of fatty acids and related compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Palmitic Acid, [1-14C]
CAS No.	765-07-1
Molecular Formula	C16H3214CO2H *or* C15H3114COOH
Molecular Weight	~257.4 g/mol (exact mass depends on specific activity)
Synonyms	Hexadecanoic-1-14C acid; 1-14C-Palmitic Acid; [1-14C]Palmitic Acid; Radiolabeled Palmitic Acid; Carbon-14 Labeled Palmitic Acid; Cetanoic-1-14C Acid; n-Hexadecanoic-1-14C Acid; Palmitic-1-14C Acid
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Quality Control

Every batch of Palmitic Acid, [1-14C] 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 industry standards for research chemicals. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, specific activity (mCi/mmol or GBq/mmol), solvent, and analytical methods are provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at or below -20°C in the original solvent as supplied. For long-term storage, keep frozen at -70°C. The product is light-sensitive (store away from light). Users must handle this material in accordance with all applicable radiation safety regulations and guidelines.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear solution (colorless to pale yellow)
Identification (IR / NMR)	Conforms to structure
Chemical Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98%
Radiochemical Purity (Radio-HPLC)	≥ 97%
Specific Activity	50-60 mCi/mmol (1.85-2.22 GBq/mmol) [Custom activities available]
Concentration	1.0 mCi/mL (37 MBq/mL) in ethanol or toluene [Custom solvents/concentrations available]
Solvent	Ethanol or Toluene (as specified)

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