Description

Pyruvic-2-13C Acid Sodium Salt is a stable, isotopically labeled salt form of pyruvic acid, where the carbon at the 2-position is the stable isotope carbon-13. This compound is a critical reagent for metabolic pathway analysis and flux studies, providing a precise tracer for carbon atom tracking. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of pharmaceutical development, metabolic research, and advanced material science who require high-purity, well-characterized isotopic standards.

Application

• Metabolic Flux Analysis (MFA): Used as a 13C-labeled tracer to study central carbon metabolism in cells, tissues, or microorganisms.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Employed in the synthesis and metabolic studies of isotopically labeled drug candidates and their metabolites.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a key substrate or intermediate in enzymatic assays and studies of pathways like glycolysis and gluconeogenesis.
• NMR Spectroscopy: Acts as a standard or starting material for preparing 13C-enriched compounds for nuclear magnetic resonance studies.
• Diagnostic Agent Development: Potential use in the development of advanced diagnostic probes and imaging agents.
• Stable Isotope Labeling: A fundamental building block for the synthesis of more complex molecules labeled with carbon-13 for various research applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pyruvic-2-13C Acid Sodium Salt
CAS No.	87976-70-3
Molecular Formula	C3H313NaO3
Molecular Weight	112.04 g/mol (for 13C at C2)
Synonyms	Sodium Pyruvate-2-13C; 2-Oxopropanoic-2-13C Acid Sodium Salt; Pyruvic Acid-2-13C Sodium Salt; [2-13C]Pyruvic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium 2-Oxopropanoate-2-13C; 13C-Labeled Sodium Pyruvate; Sodium (2-13C)pyruvate
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Quality Control

Our Pyruvic-2-13C Acid Sodium Salt is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure isotopic and chemical purity for sensitive research applications. Each batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as isotopic enrichment, chemical purity, and impurity profile. We adhere to cGMP principles for manufacturing and provide traceable documentation to support regulatory submissions.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Isotopic Enrichment (13C at C2)	≥ 99 atom % 13C
Chemical Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
pH (5% solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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