2’-Deoxythymidine (Thymidine)

RT

242, 23

White crystalline or powder

Constituent of deoxyribonucleic acid.

Synonyms:
Thymidine; dT; 1-(2-Deoxy-b-ribofuranosyl)-5-methyluracil; 1-(2-Deoxy-b-D-ribofuranosyl)-5-methyluracil; 2'-Deoxy-D-thymidine; b-Thymidine; D-Thymidine; Thymine deoxyriboside, 2′-Deoxythymidine; dT

CAS Number:
50-89-5

Molecular Formula:
C10H14N5O5

Molecular Weight:
242.23

Appearance:
White crystalline or powder

Purity (HPLC):
≥99%

Loss on Drying:
≤0.5%

Residue on Ignition:
≤0.3%

Melting Point:
183-190ºC

Solubility:
Acetone, Ethanol, Ethyl Acetate, Methanol, Pyridine, Water

Specific Optical Rotation:
+17.5º-+19.1º

Storage and Stability:
Powder may be stored at 4°C. Stable for 6 months after receipt.