Description

Vidarabine is a synthetic purine nucleoside analog with significant antiviral activity. This compound is a critical active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) valued for its potent inhibition of viral DNA polymerase. It is primarily utilized in the pharmaceutical and life science research sectors for antiviral drug development and biochemical studies. Our supply ensures high purity and consistent quality for demanding industrial and research applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical API: Serves as the key active ingredient in the formulation of antiviral ophthalmic ointments and topical solutions.
• Antiviral Research: Used as a reference standard and biochemical tool in virology research to study herpes simplex virus (HSV) and varicella-zoster virus (VZV) replication mechanisms.
• Biochemical Synthesis: Acts as a crucial intermediate or starting material in the synthesis of more complex nucleoside-based antiviral agents.
• Cell Culture & Microbiology: Employed in laboratory settings to control viral contamination in cell cultures and study viral pathogenesis.
• Veterinary Pharmaceuticals: Incorporated into topical treatments for viral infections in animals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Vidarabine
CAS No.	5536-17-4
Molecular Formula	C10H13N5O4
Molecular Weight	267.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Adenine Arabinoside; Ara-A; 9-β-D-Arabinofuranosyladenine; Vira-A; Arasena-A; Spongoadenosine; Arabinofuranosyladenine; 9-β-D-Arabinosyladenine
EINECS	226-882-9

Quality Control

Our Vidarabine is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, to ensure it meets high-grade specifications suitable for pharmaceutical research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and compliance with relevant standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time corresponds to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.