Description

Benzyl Cyanide-13C is a stable isotope-labeled analog of benzyl cyanide, where the nitrile carbon is replaced with the carbon-13 isotope. This precise isotopic enrichment makes it an indispensable tool for advanced analytical research and metabolic studies, providing a distinct mass spectral signature for accurate tracing and quantification. It is primarily utilized by research scientists and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and academic sectors for applications in drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics (DMPK), proteomics, and as a synthetic building block for labeled compounds.

Application

• Internal Standard for Mass Spectrometry: Serves as a critical quantitative reference in GC-MS and LC-MS analyses for accurate measurement of benzyl cyanide and related compounds.
• Metabolic Pathway Tracing: Used in drug metabolism studies (DMPK) to track the fate of the cyanide moiety in biological systems.
• Synthesis of Carbon-13 Labeled Intermediates: Acts as a key labeled precursor for the preparation of more complex isotopically labeled pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals.
• NMR Spectroscopy Studies: Employed as a probe in nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy due to the distinct signal of the 13C label.
• Proteomics and Biomarker Research: Facilitates advanced research in protein labeling and the discovery of metabolic biomarkers.
• Environmental Fate Studies: Aids in tracing the environmental degradation and transformation pathways of nitrile-containing compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzyl Cyanide-13C
CAS No.	83552-81-2
Molecular Formula	C8H713CN
Molecular Weight	118.15 g/mol (for 13C labeled form)
Synonyms	(Phenylmethyl)-13C-carbonitrile; 2-Phenylacetonitrile-13C; ω-Cyanotoluene-13C; α-Tolunitrile-13C; Benzeneacetonitrile-13C; Phenylacetonitrile-13C; (Cyanomethyl)benzene-13C
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Quality Control

Our Benzyl Cyanide-13C is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure high isotopic and chemical purity, essential for sensitive analytical applications. Each batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing parameters such as isotopic enrichment (Atom % 13C), chemical purity by GC/HPLC, and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support research and development requiring reliable and traceable materials.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and 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)	≥ 98.0%
Isotopic Enrichment (Atom % 13C)	≥ 99%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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