Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature: -20°C

IATA: Hazard Class: 6.1; UN Number: UN2811; Packing Group: III; Shipping Name: Toxic solid, organic, n.o.s. (3’-Deoxyadenosine)

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Cordycepin is an adenosine analogue that is readily converted to cordycepin 5′-triphosphate; can be used for 3′-end labeling of RNA