Cytosine reagent solution by Research Lab Fine Chem Industries is a high grade reagent. This compound is a pyrimidine derivative, with a heterocyclic aromatic ring and two substituents. The reagent is available as a powder which is soluble in water. It has a melting point of 320 to 325 C. While it is stable under general conditions, this reagent is incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. CAS No.: 71-30-7 Quantity Provided: 5 gm per bottle Molecular formula: C4H5N3O Molecular weight: 111.10 Assay: 98 %Cytosine has a variety of applications in chemical and biological sectors. This compound finds several applications in the synthesis of various organic derivatives. Cytosine is a component of DNA and RNA, the nucleic acid in life forms. It is additionally used as an enzyme substrate or precursor of effector molecules such as cytosine sugars. Cytosine is widely employed in proteomics research. This reagent is suitable for industrial synthesis of products and research applications.