Uracil
Uracil is a natural pyrimidine nucleobase in RNA, where it pairs with adenine. It functions as an allosteric regulator and coenzyme in biochemical reactions and is a key precursor in synthesizing enzymes vital for cellular processes. This compound is widely used in molecular biology research, including studies on RNA metabolism, nucleotide biosynthesis, and in vitro transcription assays.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
66-22-8
Product Name Alternative
Endogenous Metabolite, EndogenousMetabolite, Inhibitor, inhibit, RNA, Uracil
Field of Research
Metabolism Research
Purity
99.51% (May vary between batches)
Solubility
DMSO:18.33 mg/mL (163.53 mM) ; H2O:< 1 mg/mL (insoluble or slightly soluble) ;10% DMSO+40% PEG300+5% Tween 80+45% Saline:2 mg/mL (17.84 mM) ; Ethanol:21 mg/mL (187.35 mM)
Smiles
O=C1NC=CC (=O) N1
Molecular Formula
C4H4N2O2
Molecular Weight
112.09
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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