Description

8-Ethyladenosine is a modified nucleoside analog of adenosine, where an ethyl group is substituted at the 8-position of the purine ring. This structural modification makes it a valuable intermediate and reference standard in pharmaceutical research and development, particularly for studying nucleoside metabolism and enzyme interactions. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences sector for the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents and biochemical probes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel antiviral and anticancer nucleoside analogs.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and substrate in enzymatic studies, particularly for adenosine deaminase and kinase assays.
• Medicinal Chemistry: Serves as a core structure for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies to develop new therapeutic compounds.
• Life Science Reagents: Component in the preparation of specialized reagents and kits for molecular biology and diagnostic applications.
• Academic Research: Employed in university and institutional labs for fundamental research on nucleoside chemistry and cell signaling pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Ethyladenosine
CAS No.	69359-47-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₇N₅O₄
Molecular Weight	295.29 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Ethyladenosine; Adenosine, 8-ethyl-; 8-Ethyl-9-β-D-ribofuranosyl-9H-purin-6-amine; 8-EA; 8-Ethyl-Ado
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Quality Control

Our 8-Ethyladenosine is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (NMR, MS). Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are provided to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production 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 should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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