Description

5-Ethyl Cytidine is a modified nucleoside analog of cytidine, where an ethyl group is substituted at the 5-position of the cytosine base. This structural modification is of significant interest in pharmaceutical research and development, particularly for its potential role in the synthesis of novel antiviral and anticancer agents. It serves as a critical building block and intermediate for researchers in medicinal chemistry and biochemistry. Key industries that utilize this compound include pharmaceutical R&D, biotechnology, and academic research institutions focused on nucleoside chemistry and drug discovery.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel nucleoside-based antiviral and anticancer therapeutics.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic studies to understand nucleic acid metabolism and related biological pathways.
• Medicinal Chemistry: Serves as a building block for creating modified oligonucleotides and exploring structure-activity relationships (SAR).
• Antiviral Agent Development: Investigated for its potential incorporation into oligonucleotide sequences to confer resistance to nuclease degradation.
• Academic & Institutional R&D: Employed in university and research institute laboratories for fundamental studies in organic synthesis and chemical biology.
• Reference Standard: Can be used as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Ethyl Cytidine
CAS No.	56367-98-7
Molecular Formula	C11H15N3O5
Molecular Weight	269.25 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Ethylcytidine; 1-((2R,3R,4S,5R)-3,4-Dihydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-2-yl)-5-ethyl-1,2-dihydropyrimidine-2,4-dione; 5-Ethyl-1-β-D-ribofuranosylcytosine; 5-Ethylcytosine riboside; Cytidine, 5-ethyl-; 4-Amino-1-((2R,3R,4S,5R)-3,4-dihydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)tetrahydrofuran-2-yl)-5-ethylpyrimidin-2(1H)-one
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Quality Control

Our 5-Ethyl Cytidine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and moisture content. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications. Custom purity grades and analytical packages are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccants or inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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