Thymidine
Also known as: 2'-Deoxythymidine, 2'-dT, 2'-deoxy-5-methyluridine, 5-Methyldeoxyuridine, Thymine deoxyriboside, Deoxythymidine, 1-(2-Deoxy-β-D-ribofuranosyl)-5-methyluracil, 1-(2-Deoxy-β-D-ribofuranosyl)thymine, DThyd, NSC 21548, Thymidin, deoxyribosylthymine, 1-[(2R,4S,5R)-4-Hydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)tetrahydro-2-furanyl]-5-methyl-2,4(1H,3H)-pyrimidinedione
Thymidine (CAS 50-89-5) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H14N2O5 and a molecular weight of 242.229 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 187-189ºC, a boiling point of 510.1±60.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 262.3±32.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 50-89-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-1107810-8
- Molecular Formula
- C10H14N2O5
- Molecular Weight
- 242.229 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 187-189ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 510.1±60.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 262.3±32.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 242.090271 |
| PSA | 104.55000 |
| LogP | -0.90 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±3.0 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.674 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Cavanagh BL, et al. Thymidine analogues for tracking DNA synthesis. Molecules. 2011 Sep 15;16(9):7980-93. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Thymidine?
The CAS number of Thymidine is 50-89-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Thymidine?
Thymidine has molecular formula C10H14N2O5 and molecular weight 242.229 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Thymidine?
For Thymidine, Upstream Products: 3',5'-Bis-O-(tert-butyldimethylsilyl)thymidine, 5-Methyluridine, 5'-O-(4,4'-Dimethoxytrityl)thymidine; Downstream Products: 5'-O-Benzoyl-3'-azido-3'-deoxythymidine, Cladribine, 5-Chloro-2'-deoxyuridine.
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