Description

L-Lactic Acid, Sodium Salt (1-13C) is a high-purity, isotopically labeled derivative of sodium lactate, a key biochemical. This stable isotope-labeled compound is essential for advanced research and analytical applications where precise metabolic tracing is required. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostic sectors for metabolic studies, NMR spectroscopy, and as an internal standard in quantitative mass spectrometry.

Application

• Metabolic Pathway Tracing: Used as a 13C-labeled tracer in studies of glycolysis, gluconeogenesis, and the Cori cycle to elucidate metabolic fluxes in cell cultures, tissues, and whole organisms.
• NMR Spectroscopy: Serves as a valuable standard and probe in nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) studies due to its enriched 13C atom at the 1-position, enabling detailed structural and dynamic analysis.
• Mass Spectrometry Internal Standard: Employed as a critical internal standard in LC-MS and GC-MS workflows for the accurate quantification of lactate and related metabolites in complex biological samples.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Utilized in the development and testing of drugs targeting metabolic disorders, cancer metabolism, and mitochondrial function.
• Biochemical Reagent: Acts as a specialized substrate or buffer component in enzymatic assays and in vitro diagnostic kit formulations.
• Nutritional & Sports Science Studies: Applied in research investigating lactate metabolism, muscle fatigue, and energy utilization in nutritional and exercise physiology.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Lactic Acid, Sodium Salt (1-13C)
CAS No.	81273-81-6
Molecular Formula	C3H513COONa
Molecular Weight	113.06 g/mol (for 13C1 isotopologue)
Synonyms	Sodium L-Lactate-1-13C; (2S)-2-Hydroxypropanoic-1-13C acid sodium salt; L-Lactic-1-13C acid sodium salt; 13C1-Sodium L-lactate; Sodium (2S)-2-hydroxypropionate-1-13C; Lactate-1-13C sodium salt; Isotopically labeled sodium lactate
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Quality Control

Every batch of our L-Lactic Acid, Sodium Salt (1-13C) is manufactured and analyzed under strict quality systems to ensure the highest isotopic and chemical purity for research applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing isotopic enrichment (typically >99 atom% 13C), chemical purity (by HPLC), chiral purity, and other critical parameters. Our quality commitment aligns with the standards expected in pharmaceutical and analytical research.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). For long-term stability, consider storage under an inert atmosphere or in a desiccator.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
13C Isotopic Enrichment	≥ 99 atom%
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% (L-isomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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