Arabinofuranosyluracil PurCert Secondary Reference Standard (CRM) [Includes all characterization data]

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Synonym:  Ara-U
Linear Formula:  C9H12N2O6
Molecular Weight:  244.20 g/mol
CAS Number: 3083-77-0

Properties

Water Solubility 50mg/mL, clear, colorless
Assay Purity >=99%
M pt. 220-222 °C
Density 1.674 ± 0.06 g/cm3
Form Solid

Safety Information

GHS Pictogram
HS Code 29349990
Storage Temp. 2-8°C
Storage Class 13 - Non Combustible Solids

Description

Application
Arabinofuranosyluracil is primarily applied in laboratory studies to investigate DNA synthesis and viral replication processes.

Purpose
Its purpose is to inhibit DNA polymerase activity thereby helping scientists study cell division and antiviral mechanisms.

General Description
Arabinofuranosyluracil is a synthetic pyrimidine nucleoside analog in which the sugar component is arabinose instead of ribose allowing it to interfere with normal nucleic acid metabolism.