Category:
Regulated Fine Chemicals
CAS NO:
65-46-3
Standard:
In-house Standards,
White or off-white crystalline powder
Cytidine is a pyrimidine nucleoside composed of cytosine linked to ribose, serving as a fundamental building block for RNA synthesis. Molecular Formula: C9H13N3O5; CAS No.: 64-78-2. Industrial production primarily relies on enzymatic conversion or total chemical synthesis with high-purity recrystallization.
Store under inert atmosphere at 2-8°C away from light. Avoid inhalation of dust; use appropriate PPE including gloves and goggles. Not approved for direct clinical administration without formulation into specific drug products.