Description

Benzyl-α-13C Cyanide is a stable isotope-labeled organic compound where the alpha carbon atom of the cyanide group is enriched with carbon-13. This high-purity labeled compound is essential for advanced analytical research, providing a critical internal standard for precise quantification and metabolic pathway elucidation. It is primarily utilized by research scientists and process chemists in pharmaceutical development, agrochemical research, and academic institutions for tracer studies, NMR spectroscopy, and mass spectrometry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: As a key labeled intermediate in the synthesis of 13C-labeled active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics (DMPK) studies.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: Used as a tracer in biochemical research to study reaction mechanisms and metabolic fluxes using techniques like NMR and LC-MS.
• Internal Standard for Mass Spectrometry: Provides a critical reference standard for the accurate quantification of benzyl cyanide and related compounds in complex matrices via GC-MS or LC-MS.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development and environmental fate studies of labeled pesticides and herbicides.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a specialized building block for the preparation of more complex 13C-labeled fine chemicals and advanced materials.
• Forensic and Environmental Analysis: Aids in method development and validation for detecting and quantifying specific compounds in trace analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzyl-α-13C Cyanide
CAS No.	73368-35-1
Molecular Formula	C8H713CN
Molecular Weight	118.15 g/mol (for 13C labeled form)
Synonyms	(Phenylmethyl)-13C-cyanide; Benzyl-α-13C Cyanide; Phenylacetonitrile-α-13C; α-13C-Benzyl Cyanide; 2-Phenylethanenitrile-α-13C; 13C Labeled Benzyl Cyanide; (Phenylmethyl)-α-13C-nitrile; Benzyl nitrile-α-13C
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Quality Control

Every batch of Benzyl-α-13C Cyanide is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure exceptional isotopic and chemical purity. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including isotopic enrichment analysis by NMR and quantitative purity assessment by GC or HPLC. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with each shipment, detailing batch-specific results for isotopic purity, chemical purity, and identity confirmation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Isotopic Purity (13C)	≥ 99 atom % 13C
Isotopic Enrichment	≥ 99%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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