For research use only. Not for therapeutic Use.
Caffeine-13C (CAT: C000086) is a labeled variant of caffeine, a xanthine alkaloid found in coffee, tea, and other plants. Acting as a central nervous system stimulant, caffeine exerts its effects by blocking adenosine receptors, reducing feelings of fatigue and increasing alertness. As a result, it enhances cognitive function and temporarily alleviates drowsiness. Caffeine-13C is used as a tracer in metabolic studies to monitor caffeine’s absorption, distribution, and elimination within the body.
| Catalog Number | C000086 |
| CAS Number | 202282-98-2 |
| Synonyms | 3,7-Dihydro-1,7-dimethyl-3-(methyl-13C)-1H-Purine-2,6-dione |
| Molecular Formula | C₇¹³CH₁₀N₄O₂ |
| Purity | ≥95% |
| Solubility | Acetonitrile (Slightly), DMSO (Slightly) |
| Appearance | White to Off-White Solid |
| Storage | 4°C |
| Reference | Zubair, U.M., et al.: Anal. Profiles Drug Subs., 15, 71 (1986); Cherrah, Y., et al.: Biochem. Pharmacol., 37, 1311 (1988); Chem. and Eng. News p.34, Jan. 20, (2014) |
