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2'-O-Methylcytidine

Also known as: 2'-OMe Cytidine, 2'-O-methyl-cytidine, 4-Amino-1-[(2R,3R,4R,5R)-4-hydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)-3-methoxytetrahydrofuran-2-yl]pyrimidin-2(1H)-one, 2'-OMe-C, O2'-methylcytidine, Cytidine, 2'-O-methyl-, 2'-O-Methyl-D-cytidine

2'-O-Methylcytidine (CAS 2140-72-9) 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 257.243 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 252-253ºC, a boiling point of 506.0±60.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.7±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 259.8±32.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
2140-72-9
Jingsj CID
J-1984119-1
Molecular Formula
C10H15N3O5
Molecular Weight
257.243 g/mol
Category
Organic Compounds
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point252-253ºC
Boiling Point506.0±60.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.7±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point259.8±32.9 °C
Exact Mass257.101166
PSA119.83000
LogP-1.09
Vapor Pressure0.0±3.0 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.677
Storage Conditions−20°C

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Steven S Carroll, et al. Inhibition of hepatitis C virus RNA replication by 2'-modified nucleoside analogs. J Biol Chem. 2003 Apr 4;278(14):11979-84

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2934999090
Summary2934999090. other heterocyclic compounds. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2'-O-Methylcytidine?

The CAS number of 2'-O-Methylcytidine is 2140-72-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2'-O-Methylcytidine?

2'-O-Methylcytidine has molecular formula C10H15N3O5 and molecular weight 257.243 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2'-O-Methylcytidine?

For 2'-O-Methylcytidine, Upstream Products: Trimethylsulfonium hydroxide, Cytidine, 1,3,5-Tri-O-benzoyl-2-O-methyl-D-ribose; Downstream Products: N4-Benzoyl-2'-O-methylcytidine, N4-Acetyl-2'-O-methylcytidine.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2'-O-Methylcytidine (CAS 2140-72-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1984119-1 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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