Category:
Other Specialized Reagents
CAS NO:
7084-29-9
Standard:
USP,
3-Deoxy-5-methyluridine is a synthetic nucleoside analog primarily utilized in pharmaceutical research. Its core synthesis involves enzymatic or chemical modification of uridine derivatives to alter metabolic pathways. The compound features the molecular formula C9H14N2O5 and carries the CAS registry number 60782-38-7.
Strictly store at -20°C in desiccated conditions to prevent hydrolysis. Handle with appropriate PPE due to potential mutagenicity. Clinical use remains investigational; not approved for human therapy outside controlled trials.