Description

Idoxuridine is a synthetic nucleoside analogue and antiviral agent with the CAS registry number 54-42-2. This compound is a critical active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) valued for its potent inhibitory activity against DNA viruses, particularly herpesviruses. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical manufacturers, research institutions, and diagnostic developers in the life sciences sector for antiviral drug formulation and biochemical research.

Application

• Antiviral Ophthalmic Solutions: As the active ingredient in topical treatments for herpes simplex virus (HSV) keratitis and other viral eye infections.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex antiviral compounds and prodrugs.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a tool compound in virology studies to investigate viral replication mechanisms and screen for new antiviral agents.
• Diagnostic Reagents: Employed in the development of diagnostic kits and assays for the detection of specific viral DNA sequences.
• Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and regulatory compliance testing in pharmaceutical labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	Idoxuridine
CAS No.	54-42-2
Molecular Formula	C9H11IN2O5
Molecular Weight	354.10 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Iodo-2'-deoxyuridine; IDU; Iododeoxyuridine; Herpid; Idoxene; Dendrid; Emanil; Iodoxuridine; 1-((2-Deoxy-β-D-ribofuranosyl)-5-iodouracil)
EINECS	200-207-5

Quality Control

Our Idoxuridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide material that meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical research and development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each batch, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles as determined by advanced analytical techniques including HPLC and NMR.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤2.0%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.