Molekula
5-Bromo-2'-deoxyuridine
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5-Bromo-2'-deoxyuridine is a brominated nucleoside used in DNA synthesis studies and as a thymidine analog in molecular biology. It serves as a marker for cell proliferation and is employed in labeling DNA in research. Available with a CAS number of 59-14-3, its molecular formula is C9H11BrN2O5 and molecular weight is 307.10 g/mol. It must be stored at -15 to -20 °C and is classified as Danger. Molekula supplies 5-Bromo-2'-deoxyuridine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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1 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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5 g — £101.10 per pack ex VAT · £121.32 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | white/ off white solid |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
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| Storage Temperature | -15 to -20 °C |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 187-189 °C |
| log P (octanol/water) | -0.29 |
Source: PubChem CID 6035 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 14886197 |
| CAS Number | 59-14-3 |
| IUPAC Name | 5-bromo-1-[(2R,4S,5R)-4-hydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-2-yl]pyrimidine-2,4-dione |
| EC Number | 200-415-9 |
| Molecular Formula | C9H11BrN2O5 |
| Molecular Weight | 307.10 |
| Exact Mass | 305.9851 |
| SMILES | C1[C@@H]([C@H](O[C@H]1N2C=C(C(=O)NC2=O)Br)CO)O |
| InChIKey | WOVKYSAHUYNSMH-RRKCRQDMSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C9H11BrN2O5/c10-4-2-12(9(16)11-8(4)15)7-1-5(14)6(3-13)17-7/h2,5-7,13-14H,1,3H2,(H,11,15,16)/t5-,6+,7+/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 6035 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29349944 |
| Tariff Code | 2934999090 |
Safety & GHS
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H340 May cause genetic defects
- H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
Precautionary statements
- P201 Obtain special instructions before use
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P314 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 5-Bdu
- 5-Bromodeoxyuridine
- 5-Bromouracil deoxyriboside
- BRDU
- Bromodeoxyuridine
- Bromouracil deoxyriboside
- Broxuridina
- Broxuridine
- BUDR
- Radibud
Frequently asked questions
What is 5-Bromo-2'-deoxyuridine used for?
It is primarily used as a thymidine analog in DNA synthesis studies and as a non-radioactive DNA labeling agent in molecular biology research, where incorporated BrdU is detected with anti-BrdU antibodies as an alternative to [3H]thymidine.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 5-Bromo-2'-deoxyuridine?
The formula is C9H11BrN2O5 with a molecular weight of 307.10 g/mol.
How should 5-Bromo-2'-deoxyuridine be stored?
It must be stored at temperatures between -15 and -20 °C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade is available for 5-Bromo-2'-deoxyuridine?
It is available in high-purity research grade, suitable for laboratory use.
Can Molekula supply 5-Bromo-2'-deoxyuridine in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply this compound in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of 5-Bromo-2'-deoxyuridine?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety documentation, including SDS, upon request.
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