Description

Ammonium-15N Acetate is a stable isotope-labeled salt of acetic acid, where the nitrogen atom is enriched with the 15N isotope. This compound is essential for advanced analytical research, providing a non-radioactive tracer for precise metabolic and environmental pathway studies. It is a critical reagent for scientists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and life science research sectors who require high-fidelity isotopic labeling for NMR spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, and other quantitative analytical techniques.

Application

• Isotopic Tracer in Metabolic Studies: Used in NMR (Nuclear Magnetic Resonance) and Mass Spectrometry to track nitrogen assimilation and metabolic fluxes in biological systems.
• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a labeled precursor in the synthesis of isotopically marked active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics (DMPK) studies.
• Environmental Science: Employed to trace nitrogen cycling in soil, water, and plant systems, aiding in agricultural and ecological research.
• Proteomics and Biomolecular NMR: Facilitates the structural elucidation of proteins and complex biomolecules by providing a stable isotope label.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a source of labeled ammonium ions in organic and inorganic synthesis for creating isotopically pure compounds.
• Quality Control & Reference Standards: Used as an internal standard in analytical laboratories to ensure accuracy and precision in quantitative measurements.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ammonium-15N Acetate
CAS No.	86451-35-6
Molecular Formula	CH3COO15NH4 / C2H715NO2
Molecular Weight	78.07 g/mol (for 15N labeled form)
Synonyms	Acetic-15N acid, ammonium salt; Ammonium acetate-15N; 15N-Ammonium acetate; Ammonium (15N) acetate; Isotope-labeled ammonium acetate; [15N]Ammonium acetate
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Quality Control

Our Ammonium-15N Acetate is manufactured under strict quality systems to ensure exceptional isotopic and chemical purity for research applications. Each batch is analyzed to confirm isotopic enrichment (typically ≥98 atom % 15N) and chemical purity via advanced spectroscopic and chromatographic methods. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing the specific isotopic purity, assay, and impurity profile are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after use to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect stability and handling properties. For long-term storage, consider using a desiccator.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
15N Isotopic Enrichment	≥98 atom %
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
pH (5% solution)	6.5 - 7.5
Heavy Metals	<10 ppm
Water Content (KF)	<1.0%

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