Description

Pentadecanoic Acid, [Carboxyl-14C] is a carbon-14 labeled isotopologue of pentadecanoic acid, a saturated fatty acid. This radiolabeled compound is an essential tool for metabolic pathway tracing and pharmacokinetic studies, providing critical insights into lipid metabolism and compound distribution. It is primarily utilized by researchers and scientists in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and agrochemical industries for advanced analytical and diagnostic applications.

Application

• Metabolic Pathway Tracing: Used as a radiotracer to study the β-oxidation and synthesis pathways of odd-chain fatty acids in biological systems.
• Pharmacokinetic & ADME Studies: Essential for investigating the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME) profiles of lipid-based drug candidates.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a labeled substrate or standard in enzymatic assays and lipidomics research to understand lipid biochemistry.
• Diagnostic Agent Development: Acts as a potential precursor for developing novel Positron Emission Tomography (PET) imaging agents targeting metabolic processes.
• Environmental & Agricultural Science: Employed in studies tracking the environmental fate and metabolic breakdown of fatty acids in plants and soil.
• Quality Control & Reference Standard: Functions as a certified reference material (CRM) for calibrating analytical instruments like LC-MS and GC-MS in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentadecanoic Acid, [Carboxyl-14C]
CAS No.	72078-26-3
Molecular Formula	C15H3014CO2H
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	1-Tetradecanecarboxylic Acid-1-14C; [1-14C]Pentadecanoic Acid; n-Pentadecanoic Acid-1-14C; C15:0 Fatty Acid-14C; Pentadecylic Acid-14C; Radiolabeled Pentadecanoic Acid; 14C-Pentadecanoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of our Pentadecanoic Acid, [Carboxyl-14C] is manufactured and analyzed under strict quality systems to ensure high chemical and radiochemical purity, meeting the exacting standards required for research and diagnostic use. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific activity, purity by HPLC, radiochemical purity, and solvent content. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for advanced intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a dedicated freezer for radioactive materials. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed under an inert atmosphere after each use to maintain stability and specific activity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98% (chemical purity)
Radiochemical Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97%
Specific Activity	50-60 mCi/mmol (Contact for specific value)
Solvent (Residual)	Meets ICH guidelines

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