| Uridine is a nucleoside, widely distributed in nature. Uridine is one of the four basic components of ribonucleic acid (RNA). Synonyms: 1-beta-D-Ribofuranosyluracil-d2, beta-Uridine, 1-beta-D-Ribofuranosyluracil, 1-beta-D-Ribofuranosyl-2,4(1H,3H)-pyrimidinedione, NSC 20256, beta-Uridine CAS Number: 58-96-8 Molecular Formula: C9H12N2O6 Molecular Weight: 244.21 Purity: 98% (HPLC) Appearance: White to off-white solid Solubility: Colorless, clear, complete Melting Point: 161-169C Specific Rotation: +6.0-+10.0 Heavy Metals: 0.001% Loss on Drying: 0.5% Residue on Ignition: 0.1% Absorbance: A250/A260: 0.70-0.80 A280/A260: 0.32-0.38 Storage and Stability: Powder may be stored at RT. Stable for 12 months at RT after receipt. |
