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Deoxycytidine

Also known as 2'-deoxycytidine, Cytidine, 2'-deoxy-, Deoxyribose cytidine

CAS 951-77-9Formula C9H13N3O4Molar mass 227.22 g/molEC 213-454-1
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Deoxycytidine chemical structure, C9H13N3O4, CAS 951-77-9
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
CAS number
951-77-9
Formula
C9H13N3O4
Molar mass
227.22 g/mol
EC number
213-454-1
HS code
293499
Category
Hair care agents

What is Deoxycytidine?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

2'-deoxycytidine is a pyrimidine 2'-deoxyribonucleoside having cytosine as the nucleobase. It has a role as a mouse metabolite, a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite, an Escherichia coli metabolite and a human metabolite. It is functionally related to a cytosine.

Identifiers

Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy

IUPAC name
4-amino-1-[(2R,4S,5R)-4-hydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-2-yl]pyrimidin-2-one
CAS number
951-77-9 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 207121-53-7, 56905-41-0
EC number
213-454-1
Molecular formula
C9H13N3O4
UNII
0W860991D6
MDL number
MFCD00006547
INCI name
DEOXYCYTIDINE
InChIKey
CKTSBUTUHBMZGZ-SHYZEUOFSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C9H13N3O4/c10-7-1-2-12(9(15)11-7)8-3-5(14)6(4-13)16-8/h1-2,5-6,8,13-14H,3-4H2,(H2,10,11,15)/t5-,6+,8+/m0/s1
Canonical SMILES
Nc1ccn(C2CC(O)C(CO)O2)c(=O)n1
Isomeric SMILES
C1[C@@H]([C@H](O[C@H]1N2C=CC(=NC2=O)N)CO)O

Synonyms

  • 2'-deoxycytidine
  • Cytidine, 2'-deoxy-
  • Deoxyribose cytidine
  • Cytosine deoxyriboside
  • dCYD
  • Doxecitine
  • Desoxycytidin
  • Cytosine, deoxyribonucleoside
  • 4-amino-1-[(2R,4S,5R)-4-hydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-2-yl]pyrimidin-2-one
  • mt-1621 Component 2'-deoxycytidine
  • 4-amino-1-[(2R,4S,5R)-4-hydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-2-yl]-1,2-dihydropyrimidin-2-one
  • 4-amino-1-((2R,4S,5R)-4-hydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-2-yl)-1,2-dihydropyrimidin-2-one
  • 4-amino-1-((2R,4S,5R)-4-hydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-2-yl)pyrimidin-2-one
  • Deoxyriboside, Cytosine
  • Deoxyribonucleoside, Cytosine
  • 4-Amino-1-((2R,4S,5R)-4-hydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)tetrahydrofuran-2-yl)pyrimidin-2(1H)-one
  • 2-Deoxycytidine
  • d-cytidine
  • 1beta-2'-Deoxyribofuranosylcytosine, d-
  • 1-(2-Deoxy-beta-D-ribofuranosyl)cytosine
  • DC
  • 1-(2-Deoxy-b-D-ribofuranosyl)cytosine
  • Desoxycytidine
  • Deoxycytidine, Cytosine deoxyriboside, Deoxyribose cytidine
  • 4-Amino-1-(2-deoxy-beta-D-erythro-pentofuranosyl)-2(1H)-pyrimidinone
Show all 36 synonyms
  • 2(1H)-Pyrimidinone, 4-amino-1-(2-deoxy-beta-D-erythro-pentofuranosyl)-
  • 2'-deoxy-cytidine
  • 2 inverted exclamation marka-Deoxycytidine
  • deoxy-Cytidine
  • 2?Deoxycytidine
  • 2' Deoxycytidine
  • 2-deoxy-Cytidine
  • 4-amino-1-[(2R,4S,5R)-4-hydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)tetrahydrofuran-2-yl]pyrimidin-2(1H)-one
  • Cytidine, 2'-deox
  • 2a(2)-Deoxycytidine
  • 2'-Deoxy-D-cytidine

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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No measured properties are recorded for this substance yet. Ask suppliers for a technical data sheet.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
227.22 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
227.0906 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-1.53calc.
Topological polar surface area
110.6 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
3calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
6calc.
Rotatable bonds
2calc.
Heavy atoms
16calc.
Rings
2calc.
Aromatic rings
1calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.56calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
3calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, O=c1ncccn1C1CCCO1

O=c1ncccn1C1CCCO1

2 rings, 12 atoms.

1,589 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name DEOXYCYTIDINE(hair conditioning)

Roles

  • Escherichia coli metabolite
  • Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite
  • animal metabolite
  • antineoplastic agent
  • bacterial metabolite
  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • fungal metabolite
  • human metabolite
  • mammalian metabolite
  • metabolite
  • mouse metabolite
  • pharmaceutical
  • prokaryotic metabolite

Functional uses

  • Softener and conditioner

Cosmetic functions

  • Hair conditioning

Pharmacology

Doxecitine is a nucleoside component of DNA, composed of cytosine and deoxyribose, with chemopreventive activity.

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Deoxycytidine is traded under.

HS 2934.99Indicative HS code

Nucleic acids and their salts, other heterocyclic compounds, not elsewhere classified in heading 2934

World exports in 2024
$26.7B
+15.0% vs 2023, imports $26.3B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Ireland26.3%
  2. China15.7%
  3. Singapore10.3%
Top importers
  1. United States24.5%
  2. Germany23.1%
  3. Japan4.5%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Deoxycytidine is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Deoxycytidine, based on the data on this page

What is Deoxycytidine?

2'-deoxycytidine is a pyrimidine 2'-deoxyribonucleoside having cytosine as the nucleobase. It has a role as a mouse metabolite, a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite, an Escherichia coli metabolite and a human metabolite. It is functionally related to a cytosine.

What is the CAS number of Deoxycytidine?

The CAS registry number of Deoxycytidine is 951-77-9. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 207121-53-7, 56905-41-0.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Deoxycytidine?

The molecular formula of Deoxycytidine is C9H13N3O4 and its molar mass is 227.22 g/mol.

What is Deoxycytidine used for?

Known uses and roles of Deoxycytidine include hair conditioning agents in cosmetics and personal care, escherichia coli metabolite, saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite, animal metabolite, antineoplastic agent and 11 more.

Is Deoxycytidine hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Deoxycytidine is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Deoxycytidine?

Deoxycytidine is usually classified under HS code 293499 (Nucleic acids and their salts, whether or not chemically defined, other heterocyclic…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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