Description

5-Hydroxyuridine is a modified nucleoside of significant interest in biochemical and pharmaceutical research. This compound serves as a critical building block and a valuable reference standard in the study of nucleic acid chemistry, RNA modification, and metabolic pathways. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, diagnostic manufacturers, and pharmaceutical companies engaged in nucleoside synthesis and advanced life science applications. The product is supplied with a focus on high purity and batch-to-batch consistency to meet rigorous experimental requirements.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a key intermediate and reference standard in the study of RNA modifications, nucleoside metabolism, and enzymatic pathways.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a precursor or an analytical standard in the synthesis and quality control of novel nucleoside-based therapeutics, including antiviral and anticancer agents.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Employed in the production of specialized reagents and kits for molecular diagnostics and research assays.
• Life Science Tools: Integrated into the development of probes, substrates, and other tools for studying nucleic acid structure and function.
• Academic Research: A fundamental material for universities and research institutes exploring epigenetics, transcriptomics, and related fields.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Hydroxyuridine
CAS No.	957-77-7
Molecular Formula	C9H12N2O7
Molecular Weight	260.20 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Hydroxyuridine; 5-HO-Urd; 5-Hydroxy-1-β-D-ribofuranosyluracil; Uridine, 5-hydroxy-; 1-β-D-Ribofuranosyl-5-hydroxyuracil; 5-Hydroxy-1-β-D-ribofuranosyl-2,4(1H,3H)-pyrimidinedione
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Hydroxyuridine is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container should be kept in a desiccated environment to prevent moisture absorption.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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