5'-Deoxy-5-fluorocytidine
- CAS No.66335-38-4
- GradeIndustrial / Pharmaceutical
- Availability● In Stock
High-purity 5'-Deoxy-5-fluorocytidine (CAS 66335-38-4), a key metabolic intermediate in nucleoside-based pharmaceutical synthesis.
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Product Overview
5'-Deoxy-5-fluorocytidine is a fluorinated pyrimidine nucleoside derivative widely utilized as a critical intermediate in the development of advanced therapeutic agents. It serves as a primary metabolite in the biotransformation pathway of certain prodrugs, particularly within oncology-focused pharmaceutical research. Our product is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols to ensure exceptional chemical integrity and batch-to-batch consistency for industrial-scale applications.
Specifications
| Molecular Formula | C9H12FN3O4 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 245.21 g/mol |
| Appearance | White to off-white crystalline powder |
| Assay (HPLC) | ≥99.0% |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.5% |
| Melting Point | 196–198°C |
| Density | 1.841 g/cm³ |
Industrial Applications
This compound is primarily employed as a synthetic building block in medicinal chemistry, especially in the production of complex pharmaceutical APIs involving nucleoside analogs. Its role as a metabolic intermediate makes it invaluable for:
- Supporting mechanistic studies in drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics
- Serving as a reference standard in analytical method development
- Facilitating the synthesis of next-generation antineoplastic agents through advanced organic synthesis routes
Stored in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated environment, 5'-Deoxy-5-fluorocytidine maintains stability under recommended conditions. Packaging is typically provided in 25 kg drums, with custom configurations available upon request to meet diverse logistical and regulatory requirements.
