Factory 99% Cytosine Powder CAS 71-30-7 Chemical Intermediate Cytosine

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• Model NO.: A880
• Certification: GMP, HSE, ISO 9001, USP, BP
• Suitable for: Elderly, Children, Adult
• State: Powder
• Purity: >99%
• Name: Cytosine
• CAS: 71-30-7
• Appearance: White Powder
• Assay: 99%
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• Suitable: Adult
• MOQ: 1g
• Function: Chemical Intermediate
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• Origin: China
• Production Capacity: 10000 Kgs Per Month

Product Description

 

Product Name	Cytosine
Appearance	White Powder
CAS NO.	71-30-7
Storage	Keep in a cool, dry, dark location

 

Cytosine (C4H5N3O) is a pyrimidine base found in both DNA and RNA. It is one of the four main bases that make up the nucleotides in nucleic acids, along with adenine, guanine, and thymine (uracil in RNA). Cytosine pairs with guanine through three hydrogen bonds to form a stable base pair in the double helix structure of DNA.

 

1. Biochemical Research: Cytosine is widely used in biochemical research as a model compound to study the structure and function of nucleic acids. It is essential for understanding the mechanisms of DNA replication, transcription, and repair.

2. Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Cytosine is an important intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals, including antiviral drugs, anticancer drugs, and antibiotics. For instance, it is used in the production of drugs like lamivudine (an antiviral medication used to treat HIV and hepatitis B) and gemcitabine (an anticancer drug).

3. Molecular Biology Tools: Cytosine-based reagents are used in molecular biology techniques such as PCR, sequencing, and hybridization assays. They are crucial for the amplification, detection, and analysis of specific DNA or RNA sequences.

1. Genetic Information Storage: In DNA, cytosine plays a critical role in storing genetic information. It pairs with guanine to form a base pair that encodes specific genetic instructions, which are then translated into proteins during gene expression.

2. RNA Synthesis and Function: In RNA, cytosine pairs with guanine to form the corresponding base pair during transcription. RNA molecules containing cytosine are involved in various cellular processes, including protein synthesis, gene regulation, and signaling.

3. DNA Methylation and Epigenetics: Cytosine is a target for DNA methylation, a key epigenetic modification that regulates gene expression without altering the DNA sequence. Methylated cytosines, particularly in CpG dinucleotides, can affect chromatin structure and gene transcription, playing a vital role in developmental processes, cell differentiation, and disease progression.