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6-Azauracil, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: A14389.14
25 g, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals

6-Azauracil, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: A14389.14
25 g, Each
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Catalog number: A14389.14
also known as A14389-14
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS
461-89-2
IUPAC Name
2,3,4,5-tetrahydro-1,2,4-triazine-3,5-dione
Molecular Formula
C3H3N3O2
InChI Key
SSPYSWLZOPCOLO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES
O=C1NN=CC(=O)N1
Appearance (Color)
White to pale cream to pale yellow
Assay (Aqueous acid-base Titration)
≥97.5 to ≤102.5%
Form
Powder

Description

6-Azauracil (6-AU) is used as a growth inhibitor of various microorganisms via depletion of intracellular GTP and UTP nucleotide pools. 6-Azauracil has been widely used in investigations on modulation of transcription, especially in yeast models.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
6-Azauracil (6-AU) is used as a growth inhibitor of various microorganisms via depletion of intracellular GTP and UTP nucleotide pools. 6-Azauracil has been widely used in investigations on modulation of transcription, especially in yeast models.

Solubility
Partly soluble in water, ethanol, DMSO, and 1 M NH4OH (50 mg/ml).

Notes
Store away from oxidizing agents. Keep the container tightly closed and place it in a cool, dry and well ventilated condition.
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