3’-β-Thymidine (Stavudine EP Impurity B) is an intermediate in the production of fluorothymidine and phosphorylase derivatives (1,2). Stavudine is used as an antiviral agent. Reverse transcriptase inhibitor (3).
Molecular Formula:C₁₀H₁₄N₂O₅
Molecular Weight:242.23
Storage and Stability:Store at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.