Nucleosides & Deoxynucleosides
5-Methylcytidine
Quick view. A cytidine nucleoside bearing a methyl substituent at the 5-position of the pyrimidine base and free 2'-, 3'-, and 5'-hydroxyl groups. CAS 2140-61-6. Catalog target purity: ≥98%. Availability: Inquiry only — contact BX Lab to confirm current availability.
Product profile
5-Methylcytidine is classified as nucleosides & deoxynucleosides (Formula C10H15N3O5; molecular weight 257.24).
5-Methylcytidine — Identity-defined modified ribonucleoside for research workflows involving nucleoside, nucleotide, and oligonucleotide chemistry.
For 5-Methylcytidine, confirm the current specification, storage conditions and downstream-method compatibility before routine use.
Names and search terms
Confirmed or normalized name variants
- 5-Me-rC
- m5C
Useful catalog search terms
- CAS 2140-61-6
- PubChem CID 92918
Physicochemical data
| PubChem CID | 92918 |
|---|---|
| InChIKey | ZAYHVCMSTBRABG-JXOAFFINSA-N |
| Ribonucleoside stereochemistry | (2R,3R,4S,5R) |
| Nucleoside | Cytidine |
| Base modification | 5-Methyl |
| Free hydroxyl groups | 2', 3', and 5' |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C10H15N3O5/c1-4-2-13(10(17)12-8(4)11)9-7(16)6(15)5(3-14)18-9/h2,5-7,9,14-16H,3H2,1H3,(H2,11,12,17)/t5-,6-,7-,9-/m1/s1 |
| SMILES | CC1=CN(C(=O)N=C1N)[C@H]2[C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H](O2)CO)O)O |
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.
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Frequently asked questions
Can the package size for 5-Methylcytidine 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-0021 and CAS 2140-61-6, the intended research workflow, required quantity and any additional HPLC, MS or NMR documentation needed.
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