Description

Ethanol, [1-3H] is a tritium-labeled isotopologue of ethanol, specifically labeled at the 1-position, with the CAS Registry Number 7374-15-4. This compound is a critical tool for researchers requiring a radioactive tracer to study metabolic pathways, reaction mechanisms, and the fate of ethanol in chemical and biological systems. It is essential for scientists in pharmaceutical development, biochemistry, and environmental science who need precise, reliable radiolabeled materials for sensitive analytical techniques.

Application

• Metabolic Pathway Tracing: Used as a radioactive tracer in biochemical research to study the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME) of ethanol in vivo and in vitro.
• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Employed in drug discovery and development for radioligand binding assays and to investigate the pharmacokinetics of ethanol or ethanol-derived compounds.
• Chemical Reaction Mechanism Studies: Serves as a probe in organic chemistry to elucidate reaction pathways, intermediates, and kinetics where ethanol is a reactant or solvent.
• Environmental Fate Studies: Applied in environmental science to trace the degradation, transformation, and transport of ethanol in various ecosystems.
• Analytical Method Development: Utilized as an internal standard or tracer in the development and validation of sensitive analytical methods like Liquid Scintillation Counting (LSC) and HPLC with radiochemical detection.
• Biomedical Imaging Research: Acts as a precursor or model compound in the development of novel radiotracers for positron emission tomography (PET) or other imaging modalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethanol, [1-3H]
CAS No.	7374-15-4
Molecular Formula	C2H5OT / C2H3T2OH
Molecular Weight	~48.07 g/mol (varies with specific activity)
Synonyms	1-Tritioethanol; Ethanol-1-t; [1-3H]Ethanol; Tritium-labeled Ethanol; Ethyl Alcohol-t; CH3CH2OT; Ethanol (1-t); Radioactive Ethanol
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Quality Control

Every batch of Ethanol, [1-3H] is manufactured and analyzed under strict quality control protocols to ensure radiochemical purity, chemical purity, and specific activity meet the stringent requirements of research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided, detailing results for key parameters including assay by radiometric methods, identity confirmation, and solvent composition. Our quality system is designed to support GLP/GMP-compliant research where applicable.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a designated, well-ventilated area for radioactive materials at recommended temperatures (typically 2-8°C or as specified on the label). Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are securely sealed to prevent evaporation and potential contamination. Always follow local and international regulations for the storage and handling of radioactive substances.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR / NMR)	Conforms to structure
Specific Activity	Customizable (e.g., 1-30 Ci/mmol)
Radiochemical Purity (HPLC / TLC)	≥ 95% to ≥ 98%
Chemical Purity (GC)	≥ 99%
Solvent (Ethanol)	Balance
Concentration	Customizable (e.g., 1 mCi/mL)

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