RH0598 5-Fluorouracil | CAS 51-21-8 | BioChemika Grade >99%

Product Overview

RH0598 5-Fluorouracil (5-FU), CAS 51-21-8, is a high-purity fluorinated pyrimidine analog supplied as BioChemika Grade with purity >99% (HPLC).

5-Fluorouracil is structurally related to uracil, with a fluorine atom replacing hydrogen at the 5-position of the pyrimidine ring. This structural modification gives 5-FU distinctive biochemical properties and makes it widely used as a research reagent in studies involving nucleotide metabolism, DNA and RNA synthesis, enzyme activity and cell biology.

Key Features

• BioChemika Grade

• Purity >99% (HPLC)

• CAS 51-21-8

• Commonly abbreviated as 5-FU

• Fluorinated pyrimidine analog

• Structurally related to uracil

• Suitable for nucleotide metabolism research

• Suitable for DNA and RNA synthesis studies

• Suitable for biochemical research

• Suitable for molecular biology

• 10 g standard packaging

Technical Specifications

Applications

• Biochemical Research

• Molecular Biology Research

• Pyrimidine Metabolism Studies

• Nucleotide Metabolism Research

• DNA Synthesis Research

• RNA Metabolism Research

• Enzyme Research

• Cell Biology Research

• Pharmaceutical Research

• Life Science Research

5-Fluorouracil for Biochemical Research

5-Fluorouracil is a fluorinated analog of the pyrimidine base uracil and is widely studied in biochemical research.

After cellular uptake, 5-FU can undergo metabolic conversion to active nucleotide derivatives. These metabolites can interact with biochemical pathways involved in nucleic acid synthesis and nucleotide metabolism.

RH0598 provides BioChemika Grade 5-Fluorouracil with purity >99% (HPLC) for controlled laboratory research.

5-Fluorouracil for Nucleotide Metabolism Research

Because 5-Fluorouracil is structurally related to naturally occurring pyrimidines, it is useful for studying pyrimidine and nucleotide metabolic pathways.

Researchers can use 5-FU in experimental systems investigating nucleotide biosynthesis, pyrimidine metabolism and enzyme-mediated metabolic transformations.

The appropriate concentration and experimental conditions depend on the specific research model.

5-Fluorouracil for DNA Synthesis Research

One important research area involving 5-Fluorouracil concerns pathways associated with DNA synthesis.

Metabolites derived from 5-FU can affect thymidylate metabolism, making the compound useful for studying biochemical mechanisms associated with nucleotide availability and DNA synthesis.

This makes 5-FU relevant to biochemical and molecular biology research involving DNA replication and nucleotide metabolism.

5-Fluorouracil for RNA Research

5-Fluorouracil can also be metabolized into nucleotide forms associated with RNA-related pathways.

For this reason, 5-FU is used in experimental research investigating RNA metabolism, RNA processing and the effects of modified pyrimidines on cellular systems.

Experimental conditions should be optimized according to the specific research objective.

5-Fluorouracil for Cell Biology Research

5-FU is widely used as a research compound in cell biology and pharmaceutical research.

Researchers may use it to investigate cellular responses, proliferation-related pathways, nucleotide metabolism and other biochemical processes.

RH0598 is supplied for research and laboratory applications.

5-Fluorouracil vs Uracil

5-Fluorouracil and Uracil have closely related pyrimidine structures.

• Uracil: naturally occurring pyrimidine nucleobase found in RNA

• 5-Fluorouracil: fluorinated analog of uracil

In 5-Fluorouracil, a fluorine atom is present at the 5-position of the pyrimidine ring. This modification substantially changes its biochemical behavior.

5-Fluorouracil vs Uridine

5-Fluorouracil and Uridine should not be confused.

5-Fluorouracil is a fluorinated pyrimidine base analog.

Uridine is a naturally occurring nucleoside consisting of uracil linked to ribose.

They therefore have different chemical structures and research applications.

Product Advantages

RH0598 5-Fluorouracil is supplied as BioChemika Grade with purity >99% (HPLC), providing a high-purity reagent for biochemical and life science research.

It is suitable for research involving pyrimidine metabolism, nucleotide pathways, DNA and RNA synthesis, enzyme systems and cellular processes.

The standard package is 10 g.

Storage and Handling

• For research use only.

• Keep the container tightly sealed.

• Avoid direct contact and unnecessary exposure.

• Use appropriate personal protective equipment and laboratory controls.

• Store according to the recommended product conditions.

• Refer to the applicable SDS for complete safety, storage and handling requirements.

Packaging

Standard Packaging: 10 g

Other quantities can be discussed upon request.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is RH0598 5-Fluorouracil?

RH0598 5-Fluorouracil, CAS 51-21-8, is a fluorinated pyrimidine analog supplied as BioChemika Grade with purity >99% (HPLC).

What is another name for 5-Fluorouracil?

5-Fluorouracil is commonly abbreviated as 5-FU.

What is 5-Fluorouracil used for in research?

5-FU is used in biochemical, molecular biology, nucleotide metabolism, DNA and RNA synthesis, enzyme and cell biology research.

Is 5-Fluorouracil a pyrimidine analog?

Yes. 5-Fluorouracil is a fluorinated pyrimidine analog structurally related to uracil.

What is the difference between 5-Fluorouracil and Uracil?

Uracil is a naturally occurring pyrimidine nucleobase. 5-Fluorouracil is an analog in which fluorine is present at the 5-position of the pyrimidine ring.

Is 5-Fluorouracil the same as Uridine?

No. 5-Fluorouracil is a pyrimidine base analog, while Uridine is a nucleoside composed of uracil and ribose.

What is the CAS number of 5-Fluorouracil?

The CAS number of RH0598 5-Fluorouracil is 51-21-8.

What is the purity of RH0598?

RH0598 is supplied as BioChemika Grade with purity >99% (HPLC).

What packaging is available?

The standard package for RH0598 5-Fluorouracil is 10 g.