Description

D-Erythrose-2-13C (As A Solution In Water) is a stable isotope-labeled derivative of the four-carbon sugar erythrose, specifically enriched with carbon-13 at the C-2 position and supplied as a convenient aqueous solution. This compound serves as a critical tracer and building block in metabolic pathway analysis and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy studies. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of pharmaceutical development, biochemical research, and advanced diagnostics, where precise tracking of carbon flux is required.

Application

• Metabolic Flux Analysis (MFA): Used as a 13C-labeled tracer to map and quantify intracellular metabolic pathways in microbial, plant, and mammalian systems.
• NMR Spectroscopy: Serves as a standard and precursor for structural elucidation and dynamic studies of carbohydrates and related compounds.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Employed in the development and testing of glycosidase inhibitors and other sugar-based therapeutics.
• Biochemical Synthesis: Acts as a labeled starting material for the synthesis of more complex isotope-labeled sugars, nucleosides, or vitamins.
• Nutritional Science: Utilized in studies investigating carbohydrate metabolism and energy utilization in vivo.
• Diagnostic Agent Development: Potential use in creating labeled probes for medical imaging and diagnostic assays.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-Erythrose-2-13C (As A Solution In Water)
CAS No.	83434-88-2
Molecular Formula	C313CH8O4 (in solution)
Molecular Weight	121.10 g/mol (for labeled form)
Synonyms	(2R,3R)-2,3,4-Trihydroxybutanal-2-13C; D-(-)-Erythrose-2-13C; Erythrose-2-13C (D-form); 13C Labeled D-Erythrose; [2-13C]-D-Erythrose; Isotope-labeled tetrose; 13C-Erythrose; Aqueous D-Erythrose-2-13C solution
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Quality Control

Our D-Erythrose-2-13C solution is produced under controlled conditions to ensure high isotopic and chemical purity, meeting the stringent requirements of research and development. Each batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as isotopic enrichment (atom % 13C), chemical purity (by HPLC), concentration, and solvent composition. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to ensure traceability and consistency for critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. For long-term stability, store the aqueous solution at 2-8°C. The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles to maintain solution integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow aqueous solution
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95% (D-Erythrose-2-13C)
Isotopic Enrichment	≥ 99 atom % 13C at C-2
Concentration	10-50 mg/mL (or as specified)
Solvent	Water
pH	4.0 - 7.0
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%

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