CAS 121633-50-9

citric-2,4-13C2 acid

Description:

Citric-2,4-^13C2 acid, with the CAS number 121633-50-9, is a stable isotopic variant of citric acid, where two carbon atoms in the molecule are replaced with the carbon-13 isotope. Citric acid itself is a tricarboxylic acid commonly found in citrus fruits and is widely used in food and beverage industries as a natural preservative and flavoring agent. The presence of the ^13C isotopes allows for applications in metabolic studies, tracer experiments, and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, providing insights into metabolic pathways and chemical processes. This compound retains the characteristic properties of citric acid, including its sour taste and ability to act as a chelating agent. It is soluble in water and exhibits weak acidity, making it useful in various biochemical applications. The isotopic labeling enhances its utility in research, particularly in studies involving carbon metabolism and the tracking of carbon flow in biological systems. Overall, citric-2,4-^13C2 acid serves as a valuable tool in both analytical chemistry and biochemistry.

Formula: C₄₁₃C₂H₈O₇

InChI: InChI=1/C6H8O7/c7-3(8)1-6(13,5(11)12)2-4(9)10/h13H,1-2H2,(H,7,8)(H,9,10)(H,11,12)/i1+1,2+1

Synonyms:

• 2-Hydroxypropane-1,2,3-Tricarboxylic Acid

Citric Acid-2,4-13C2

CAS: 121633-50-9

Formula: C₄₁₃C₂H₈O₇

Color and Shape: White To Off-White Solid

Molecular weight: 194.11

Ref: 4Z-C-178021

Citric acid-2,4-13C2

Controlled Product

CAS: 121633-50-9

Applications Citric acid-2,4-13C2 is an isotopic analog of citric acid (C521000), a component of the Krebs cycle.

Formula: C₂C₄H₈O₇

Color and Shape: White To Light Yellow

Molecular weight: 194.11

Ref: TR-C521060