U-13C Lignin

Lignin is one of the most abundant organic polymers found in nature, serving as a crucial component in plant cell walls. Its structure makes it highly resistant to breakdown, presenting a valuable resource in various industrial and scientific applications. In recent years, isotopically labeled lignin, particularly U-13C lignin, has garnered interest for its use in research. U-13C lignin has stable carbon-13 isotopes incorporated throughout its molecular structure, allowing for enhanced tracking and analysis in biochemical studies. This advancement enables scientists to gain deeper insights into lignin's degradation pathways and interactions, fueling innovation in fields ranging from biofuel production to pharmaceuticals. Alfa Chemistry is a world-renowned provider of stable isotope-labeled products with many years of development and extensive industry experience. Here, we have developed a series of 13C-labeled lignin derived from various plants.

Meet our products

At Alfa Chemistry, our U-13C lignin products are derived from natural plant sources and meticulously enriched with carbon-13 isotopes. The lignin undergoes a controlled labeling process, ensuring high isotopic purity and consistent labeling patterns. In addition, each batch of U-13C lignin is subject to rigorous quality control to provide researchers with reliable and reproducible results. This enables us to support a wide array of scientific studies, offering products with high stability and compatibility for various analytical techniques, including NMR spectroscopy and mass spectrometry.

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Typical applications

• Biofuel and Renewable Energy Research: Lignin's complex structure makes it difficult to break down, yet it offers valuable aromatic compounds. U-13C lignin is essential in biofuel research, allowing precise tracking of lignin degradation via techniques like NMR and mass spectrometry. This helps scientists optimize methods for converting lignin into bio-oils, fuels, and other useful products, ultimately boosting biofuel yield and sustainability.
• Environmental Studies and Carbon Cycle Research: U-13C lignin helps scientists trace carbon movements within ecosystems. By integrating it into soil, researchers can track carbon sequestration processes, studying how lignin interacts with soil microbes. This data is vital for improving soil health and enhancing carbon storage.
• Agricultural and Soil Science Research: U-13C lignin aids in studying organic matter dynamics in soil. It enables researchers to see how different soil management practices impact lignin breakdown and nutrient cycles, informing sustainable farming methods that promote soil fertility and productivity.
• Pharmaceutical and Biochemical Research: With antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties, lignin-derived compounds are valuable in pharmaceuticals. U-13C lignin serves as a model for studying lignin bioactivity and tracking labeled molecules, enabling precise identification of therapeutic metabolites and supporting the development of plant-based drugs.

Customizable solutions

To meet diverse scientific needs, Alfa Chemistry offers customizable solutions for our U-13C lignin products. Our team of experts collaborates closely with clients to ensure that each product aligns with precise research objectives. Customers can specify isotopic enrichment levels, molecular weights, lignin source types, etc. This flexibility allows our customers to optimize their studies, enhancing the accuracy and relevance of their findings.

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U-13C Lignin

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