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5-Methylcytidine

Also known as: 5-METHYLCYTIDINE, 5-methylcytidine, 4-amino-1-((2R,3R,4S,5R)-3,4-dihydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)tetrahydrofuran-2-yl)-5-methylpyrimidin-2(1H)-one, 4-amino-1-[3,4-dihydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-2-yl]-5-methyl-pyrimidin-2-one, 5-Me-Cr, NSC 363933, MFCD00006548, EINECS 218-390-8, Cytidine, 5-Methyl-, Cytidine, 5-methyl-

5-Methylcytidine (CAS 2140-61-6) 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 212-215 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 537.5±60.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 278.9±32.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
2140-61-6
Jingsj CID
J-41201-1
Molecular Formula
C10H15N3O5
Molecular Weight
257.243 g/mol
Category
Organic Compounds
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point212-215 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling Point537.5±60.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.8±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point278.9±32.9 °C
Exact Mass257.101166
PSA130.83000
LogP-1.35
Vapor Pressure0.0±3.2 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.725

Activity & Biological Data

TargetHuman Endogenous Metabolite

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 5-Methylcytidine?

The CAS number of 5-Methylcytidine is 2140-61-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Methylcytidine?

5-Methylcytidine has molecular formula C10H15N3O5 and molecular weight 257.243 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 5-Methylcytidine?

For 5-Methylcytidine, Upstream Products: beta-D-Ribofuranose 1-acetate 2,3,5-tribenzoate, O,O'-Bis(trimethylsilyl)thymine, 5-Methylcytosine; Downstream Products: 5-Methylcytosine, 5-Hydroxymethylcytosine, 5-Methyluridine.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "5-Methylcytidine (CAS 2140-61-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-41201-1 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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