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5-Hydroxymethyl-2'-deoxycytidine

Also known as: 5-hmdC, 5-Hydroxymethyl-dC, 5-hydroxy methyl-2'-dC, 4-(Hydroxymethyl)-2'-deoxycytidine, 2'-deoxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)cytidine, 2'-Deoxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)cytidine

5-Hydroxymethyl-2'-deoxycytidine (CAS 7226-77-9) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H15N3O5 and a molecular weight of 257.24600 g/mol. Key property: a melting point of 205 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.
7226-77-9
Jingsj CID
J-1958371-2
Molecular Formula
C10H15N3O5
Molecular Weight
257.24600 g/mol
Category
Organic Compounds
Last updated
11/2/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point205 °C
Exact Mass337.06800
PSA187.17000

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Ewelina Zarakowska, et al. Oxidation Products of 5-Methylcytosine are Decreased in Senescent Cells and Tissues of Progeroid Mice. J Gerontol A Biol Sci Med Sci. 2018 Jul 9;73(8):1003-1009. [2]. Shuo Liu, et al. Quantitative assessment of Tet-induced oxidation products of 5-methylcytosine in cellular and tissue DNA. Nucleic Acids Res. 2013 Jul;41(13):6421-9.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 5-Hydroxymethyl-2'-deoxycytidine?

The CAS number of 5-Hydroxymethyl-2'-deoxycytidine is 7226-77-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Hydroxymethyl-2'-deoxycytidine?

5-Hydroxymethyl-2'-deoxycytidine has molecular formula C10H15N3O5 and molecular weight 257.24600 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 5-Hydroxymethyl-2'-deoxycytidine?

For 5-Hydroxymethyl-2'-deoxycytidine, Upstream Products: 5-Methyl-2'-deoxycytidine, beta-D-Ribofuranose 1-acetate 2,3,5-tribenzoate, 2'-deoxyuridine; Downstream Products: 5-Hydroxymethyl-2'-deoxyuridine, 2'-Deoxycytidine, 2'-deoxyuridine.

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