V900421

Uridine

Vetec^™, reagent grade, 99%

• Synonym(s): 1-β-D-Ribofuranosyluracil, Uracil-1-β-D-ribofuranoside
• Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): C₉H₁₂N₂O₆
• CAS Number: 58-96-8
• Molecular Weight: 244.20
• Beilstein: 754902
• MDL number: MFCD00006526
• UNSPSC Code: 12352204
• PubChem Substance ID: 329829829

Properties

• grade: reagent grade
• product line: Vetec^™
• Assay: 99%
• form: powder
• mp: 163-167 °C (lit.)
• SMILES string: OC[C@H]1O[C@H]([C@H](O)[C@@H]1O)N2C=CC(=O)NC2=O
• InChI: 1S/C9H12N2O6/c12-3-4-6(14)7(15)8(17-4)11-2-1-5(13)10-9(11)16/h1-2,4,6-8,12,14-15H,3H2,(H,10,13,16)/t4-,6-,7-,8-/m1/s1
• InChI key: DRTQHJPVMGBUCF-XVFCMESISA-N

Description

General description

Uridine is a pyrimidine nucleoside composed of uracil and ribose that is readily taken up by the brain. This compound is synthesized de novo in mammals. It is found circulating in the blood and cerebrospinal fluid.

Biochem/physiol Actions

Uridine is an essential compound involved in maintaining cellular function and energy metabolism. It aids in multiple biological processes, including RNA synthesis, the synthesis of biomembranes, and glycosylation. Furthermore, uridine serves as a precursor molecule for UDP-glucose, a vital component in the synthesis and storage of glycogen in the liver. In addition, studies have shown that uridine reduces cytotoxicity and improves neurophysiological functions. It is involved in regulating various normal physiological processes in the body, including the cardio-circulatory, reproductive, peripheral and central nervous, and respiratory systems.

Legal Information

Vetec is a trademark of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany

Safety Information

• Storage Class Code: 11 - Combustible Solids
• WGK: WGK 3
• Flash Point(F): Not applicable
• Flash Point(C): Not applicable