Other Nucleosides
3'-O-Azidomethyl-2'-deoxythymidine
Quick view. 3'-O-Azidomethyl-2'-deoxythymidine is a beta-D-thymidine derivative bearing an O-CH2-N3 substituent at the 3'-oxygen and a free 5'-hydroxyl group. CAS 136041-38-8. Catalog target purity: ≥98%. Availability: Inquiry only — contact BX Lab to confirm current availability.

Product profile
3'-O-Azidomethyl-2'-deoxythymidine is classified as other nucleosides (Formula C11H15N5O5; molecular weight 297.27).
3'-O-Azidomethyl-2'-deoxythymidine — A structurally defined 3'-O-azidomethyl deoxythymidine building block for research on modified nucleosides and preparation of related nucleotide derivatives.
For 3'-O-Azidomethyl-2'-deoxythymidine, copper-catalyzed, copper-free or inverse-electron-demand click conditions can affect sensitive oligonucleotides differently; residual metal, solvent and purification strategy should be controlled.
Names and search terms
Confirmed or normalized name variants
- 3'-O-Azidomethylene-dT
- 3'-O-Azidomethyl-dT
- 3'-O-N3-dT
Useful catalog search terms
- CAS 136041-38-8
Physicochemical data
| 3'-Substituent | O-CH2-N3 (azidomethyl ether) |
|---|---|
| 5'-Functionality | Hydroxyl |
| Nucleobase | Thymine |
| Sugar | beta-D-2-deoxyribofuranose |
| Glycosidic linkage | Pyrimidine 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.
Additional application examples
- The corresponding 3'-O-azidomethyl dTTP class has been reported as a chemically reversible terminator in sequencing-by-synthesis research; that literature concerns the triphosphate rather than this unphosphorylated nucleoside.
Product-specific evaluation notes
Potential advantages
- Click-compatible handles separate oligonucleotide synthesis from late-stage labeling, which helps screen multiple payloads from a common intermediate.
Method limitations
- Copper-catalyzed, copper-free or inverse-electron-demand click conditions can affect sensitive oligonucleotides differently; residual metal, solvent and purification strategy should be controlled.
These points describe 3'-O-Azidomethyl-2'-deoxythymidine 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'-O-Azidomethyl-2'-deoxythymidine 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-NDO-0011 and CAS 136041-38-8, the intended research workflow, required quantity and any additional HPLC, MS or NMR documentation needed.
Product-relevant literature
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