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Catalog Number:
00613
CAS Number:
533-67-5
2-Deoxy-D-ribose
Purity:
≥ 99% (Assay by titration)
Synonym(s):
2-Deoxy-D-arabinose, 2-Deoxy-D-erythro-pentose
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Product Information

2-Deoxy-D-ribose is a high-purity monosaccharide with a minimum assay of 99% by titration, available for advanced research and development purposes. Known by synonyms such as 2-Deoxy-D-arabinose and 2-Deoxy-D-erythro-pentose, this compound is widely used in biochemical studies and molecular research for its relevance to nucleoside and nucleotide synthesis.

Important Notice: For Research & Laboratory Use Only
This product is strictly intended for research and development (R&D) applications. It is not suitable for human or veterinary use, clinical diagnostics, or any therapeutic purposes. Due to regulatory guidelines and safety standards, Chem-Impex requires that purchasers confirm their qualifications for handling this compound within an R&D environment.

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Synonyms
2-Deoxy-D-arabinose, 2-Deoxy-D-erythro-pentose
CAS Number
533-67-5
Purity
≥ 99% (Assay by titration)
Molecular Formula
C5H10O4
Molecular Weight
134.13
MDL Number
MFCD00135904
PubChem ID
10786
Melting Point
89 - 90 °C (Lit.)
Appearance
White to off white crystalline powder
Optical Rotation
[a]D20 = -55.0 to -57.5 º
Conditions
Store at 0 - 8 °C
General Information
Synonyms
2-Deoxy-D-arabinose, 2-Deoxy-D-erythro-pentose
CAS Number
533-67-5
Purity
≥ 99% (Assay by titration)
Molecular Formula
C5H10O4
Molecular Weight
134.13
MDL Number
MFCD00135904
PubChem ID
10786
Melting Point
89 - 90 °C (Lit.)
Appearance
White to off white crystalline powder
Optical Rotation
[a]D20 = -55.0 to -57.5 º
Conditions
Store at 0 - 8 °C
Properties
Additional property information coming soon!
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Safety and Regulations
Hazmat
No
Antibiotic
No
DEA-regulated
No
Warnings
-
Applications

2-Deoxy-D-ribose is widely applied in advanced research and experimentation across various fields, especially:

  • Nucleoside Synthesis and Cellular Studies: Commonly used in nucleoside and nucleotide synthesis, 2-Deoxy-D-ribose aids studies on DNA synthesis, cell repair mechanisms, and metabolic pathways.

  • Investigations on Oxidative Stress and Cellular Aging: Utilized as a model compound to study cellular responses to oxidative damage, apoptosis, and aging-related processes.

  • Therapeutic Research in Regenerative Medicine: Recently cited in Frontiers in Pharmacology, 2-Deoxy-D-ribose was found to stimulate hair regrowth in an androgenic alopecia animal model through the formation of new blood vessels, comparable to the effects of FDA-approved treatments. This study demonstrates the potential of 2-Deoxy-D-ribose in regenerative therapies, showing promise in addressing various forms of alopecia and potentially other conditions related to cell and tissue regeneration.

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