Amino-modified Nucleosides
3'-NH₂-ddC
Quick view. A cytosine nucleoside analog bearing a 3'-amino group, no 2'-hydroxyl group, and an unprotected 5'-hydroxyl group. CAS 84472-90-2. Catalog target purity: ≥98%. Availability: Inquiry only — contact BX Lab to confirm current availability.

Product profile
3'-NH₂-ddC is classified as amino-modified nucleosides (Formula C9H14N4O3; molecular weight 226.23).
3'-NH₂-ddC provides a reactive functional group for conjugation, immobilization or linker-extension studies.
For 3'-NH₂-ddC, functional handles may require orthogonal protection, pH control and rapid purification to avoid hydrolysis, oxidation or cross-reaction.
Names and search terms
Confirmed or normalized name variants
- 3'-Amino-2',3'-dideoxycytidine
Useful catalog search terms
- CAS 84472-90-2
Physicochemical data
| InChIKey | LDQAHTVPOZCQNH-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
|---|---|
| Nucleobase | Cytosine |
| Sugar modification | 2',3'-dideoxy with 3'-amino substitution |
| Hydroxyl state | 5' hydroxyl group unprotected |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C9H14N4O3/c10-5-3-8(16-6(5)4-14)13-2-1-7(11)12-9(13)15/h1-2,5-6,8,14H,3-4,10H2,(H2,11,12,15) |
| SMILES | N=c1ccn(C2CC(N)C(CO)O2)c(O)n1 |
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.
Product-specific evaluation notes
Potential advantages
- Reactive handles make the product adaptable across dye-labeling, surface-coupling and ligand-conjugation workflows.
Method limitations
- Functional handles may require orthogonal protection, pH control and rapid purification to avoid hydrolysis, oxidation or cross-reaction.
These points describe 3'-NH₂-ddC or its named chemical feature. Broader product-family guidance is maintained on the category page.
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Frequently asked questions
Can the package size for 3'-NH₂-ddC 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-MN-0007 and CAS 84472-90-2, the intended research workflow, required quantity and any additional HPLC, MS or NMR documentation needed.
Product-family literature
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