Description

Acetic Acid, Sodium Salt, [1-14C] is a carbon-14 radiolabeled derivative of sodium acetate, a fundamental biochemical reagent. This compound is essential for precise metabolic and pharmacokinetic studies, providing a reliable tracer for tracking the fate of the acetate moiety in biological systems. It is primarily utilized by researchers in pharmaceutical development, biochemistry, and environmental science for advanced analytical applications.

Application

• Metabolic Pathway Tracing: Used to study the citric acid cycle, fatty acid synthesis, and other acetate-dependent biochemical pathways in vitro and in vivo.
• Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics (DMPK): Serves as a critical tool for investigating the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME) of new chemical entities that metabolize through acetylation.
• Microbial Metabolism Research: Employed in studies of bacterial and fungal metabolism, including fermentation processes and acetate utilization.
• Environmental Fate Studies: Applied in research to trace the degradation and transformation of organic compounds in environmental samples.
• Biochemical Assay Development: Used as a standard or tracer in the development of enzymatic assays and diagnostic tests.
• Radiochemical Synthesis: Acts as a labeled starting material or intermediate for the synthesis of more complex carbon-14 labeled compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acetic Acid, Sodium Salt, [1-14C]
CAS No.	993-04-4
Molecular Formula	C214CH3NaO2
Molecular Weight	~84.0 g/mol (for unlabeled); Contact for specific activity details.
Synonyms	Sodium Acetate-1-14C; [1-14C]Sodium Acetate; Sodium [1-14C]acetate; Acetic-1-14C Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium Salt of Acetic Acid (1-14C); Radiolabeled Sodium Acetate; 14C-Sodium Acetate
EINECS	213-607-4 (for unlabeled sodium acetate)

Quality Control

Every batch of our radiolabeled compounds is produced and tested to meet the stringent requirements of research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided, detailing key parameters such as radiochemical purity (typically >97% by HPLC), specific activity, and chemical purity. Our quality systems ensure traceability and consistency for reliable experimental results.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at the recommended temperature (typically 2-8°C or as specified on the label). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Handle and store in accordance with all applicable radiation safety regulations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or solution (as supplied)
Identification (HPLC/Radio-TLC)	Conforms to reference
Radiochemical Purity	≥ 97%
Specific Activity	Contact for details (mCi/mmol)
Chemical Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 98%
Solvent (if supplied as solution)	Specified on label (e.g., Water, Ethanol)
Concentration	Specified on label (µCi/mL or mCi/mL)

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