Modified Nucleotides
5-Bromo-UTP sodium salt
Quick view. We supply 5-bromo-UTP sodium salt as a dry halogenated UTP analog for RNA labeling, transcription and modified-RNA research. CAS 161848-60-8. Catalog target purity: ≥98%.

Product profile
5-Bromo-UTP sodium salt is classified as nucleotide or nucleotide analog (Formula C9H10BrN2Na4O15P3; molecular weight 650.964).
5-Bromo-UTP sodium salt — 5-Bromouridine 5′-triphosphate (5-BrUTP) is used to measure transcription via labeling of ribonucleic acids (RNA). RNA or cells labeled via 5-BrUTP incorporation may be detected immunologically with antibodies.
For 5-Bromo-UTP sodium salt, reported solubility: water: 50 mg/mL, clear, colorless. Storage: -20°C.
Names and search terms
Confirmed or normalized name variants
- 5-BrUTP sodium
- 5-Bromouridine 5'-triphosphate sodium
- 5-bromo-uridine triphosphate
- 5-BromoUTP
- 5-Bromouridine 5'-triphosphoric acid
- 5-Br-UTP Sodium Salt
- BX-MN-0068
Useful catalog search terms
- CAS 161848-60-8
- Nucleotide or nucleotide analog
- triphosphate group
- Modified Nucleotides
Physicochemical data
| Key chemistry motifs | triphosphate group |
|---|---|
| Base modification | 5-bromouracil |
| Counterion | Sodium |
| Supply form | Dry salt |
| Form | Solid |
| Color | White to off-white |
| SMILES | OP(OP(OP(O)(O)=O)(O)=O)(OC[C@H]1O[C@@H](N(C=C2Br)C(NC2=O)=O)[C@H](O)[C@@H]1O)=O.[Na] |
| InChI | 1S/3Na/q3*+1 |
| InChIKey | BVPYARCRLTXGBD-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
Release documentation
The current specification defines the analytical method and acceptance criteria; the released lot result is reported on the CoA.
Additional HPLC, MS or NMR documentation can be agreed during technical review where available.
Additional application examples
- 5-Bromo-UTP sodium salt can support enzyme-substrate, in-vitro transcription, polymerase-screening or analytical-reference studies as appropriate to its phosphate state.
- Typical qualification includes identity, salt/counterion, assay basis, water content and enzyme compatibility.
- Related uses include LC-MS/HPLC method development and comparison with native or modified nucleotide controls.
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Frequently asked questions
Can the package size for 5-Bromo-UTP sodium salt be customized?
Yes. Share the initial quantity, expected future scale, delivery timeline and packaging preference for review.
What information should be included in a quote request?
Quote catalog number BX-GSS-0045 and CAS 161848-60-8, the intended research workflow, required quantity and any additional HPLC, MS or NMR documentation needed.
Product-family literature
The publications below provide peer-reviewed context for the Modified Nucleotides product family and its named chemistry.
