Chemical Synthesis and Characterization Services
Chemical Characterization
We identify, characterize, and validate compounds from a variety of sources, including previously unknown compounds obtained by targeted synthesis. Using spectral, physical, and chemical methods, we can identify samples as small as 1 milligram. In addition, we can characterize radiolabeled materials for both radiochemical and chemical purity and identify the site(s) of tritium incorporation by tritium nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR).
For purity determinations, an essential component of any characterization, we use high-performance liquid chromatography, gas chromatography, mass spectrometry (MS), and NMR. To obtain structural information, including geometric, chiral, and conformational details, we use infrared spectometry, NMR, and MS. We not only apply these techniques to all materials synthesized and/or isolated at RTI, we also use them in the identification and characterization of unknown materials, such as plant extracts or residues.
Contact: Jason Burgess