1-Methylcytosine

SKU: orb1310081

Description

1-Methylcytosine is a methylated derivative of cytosine that serves as a nucleobase in synthetic hachimoji DNA, where it pairs with isoguanine. This modified nucleobase is used in research applications such as studying expanded genetic systems and epigenetic modifications in vitro.

Research Area

Cell Biology, Molecular Biology

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 1122-47-0
• MW: 125.13
• Purity: >99.99% (May vary between batches)
• Formula: C₅H₇N₃O
• SMILES: Cn1ccc(N)nc1=O
• Target: Nucleoside Antimetabolite/Analog
• Solubility: DMSO:1.26 mg/mL (10.07 mM)

Storage & Handling

• Storage: Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year | Shipping with blue ice/Shipping at ambient temperature.
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Alternative Names

1-methylcytosin, 1-Methylcytosine, 4-amino-1-methylpyrimidin-2(1H)-one, Analog, NucleosideAntimetabolite, Nucleoside Antimetabolite/Analog, Nucleoside Antimetabolite, N-Methylcytosine

Compound Identifiers

PubChem CID

79143