Molekula
Cytidine
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Cytidine is a pyrimidine nucleoside essential in RNA synthesis and involved in cellular metabolism. It is used in biochemical research, nucleic acid studies, and pharmaceutical development. Available with CAS number 65-46-3, molecular formula C9H13N3O5, and molecular weight 243.22 g/mol. Stable at ambient storage conditions. Molekula supplies Cytidine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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25 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Heavy metals | ≤20ppm |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5 % |
| Assay | ≥99.0% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.10 % |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 230.5 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 6175 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 39820861 |
| CAS Number | 65-46-3 |
| IUPAC Name | 4-amino-1-[(2R,3R,4S,5R)-3,4-dihydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-2-yl]pyrimidin-2-one |
| EC Number | 200-610-9 |
| Molecular Formula | C9H13N3O5 |
| Molecular Weight | 243.22 |
| Exact Mass | 243.0855 |
| SMILES | C1=CN(C(=O)N=C1N)[C@H]2[C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H](O2)CO)O)O |
| InChIKey | UHDGCWIWMRVCDJ-XVFCMESISA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C9H13N3O5/c10-5-1-2-12(9(16)11-5)8-7(15)6(14)4(3-13)17-8/h1-2,4,6-8,13-15H,3H2,(H2,10,11,16)/t4-,6-,7-,8-/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 6175 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29349944 |
| Tariff Code | 2934999090 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1-beta-D-Ribofuranosylcytosine
- 1beta-Ribofuranosylcytosine
- 2(1H)-Pyrimidinone, 4-amino-1-beta-D-ribofuranosyl-
- 4-Amino-1-beta-D-ribofuranosyl-2(1H)-pyrimidinone
- 4-amino-1-beta-D-ribofuranosylpyrimidin-2(1H)-one
- beta-D-Ribofuranoside, cytosine-1
- Cytosine Ribonucleoside
- Cytosine riboside
- Ribonucleoside, Cytosine
- Riboside, Cytosine
Frequently asked questions
What is cytidine used for?
Cytidine is primarily used in biochemical research, including nucleic acid synthesis and studies of RNA metabolism.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of cytidine?
The formula is C9H13N3O5 with a molecular weight of 243.22 g/mol.
How should cytidine be stored?
Cytidine should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of cytidine does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies cytidine in research grade, suitable for laboratory use.
Can Molekula supply cytidine in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply cytidine in bulk quantities—please contact us for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a cytidine order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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