Gene Synthesis Under 500 bp
Short gene fragments under 500 bp are available from most providers, often at flat-fee pricing. Here is how the major synthesis providers compare for a representative 400 bp sequence.
| Provider | Product | Price (400 bp) | Per bp | Turnaround | Length range | Feasibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gene fragment | $28.00 | $0.070 | 2–4 business days | 300–5,000 bp | Yes | |
| gBlocks gene fragment | $28.00 | $0.070 | 1–3 business days | 125–3,000 bp | Yes | |
| eBlocks gene fragment | $28.00 | $0.070 | 1–3 business days | 300–1,500 bp | Yes | |
| Clonal gene | $36.00 | $0.090 | 4–10 business days | 300–5,000 bp | Yes | |
| Gene in vector (≤500 bp) | $99.00 | Flat fee | 5–6 business days | 100–500 bp | Yes | |
| GeneStrands fragment (≤500 bp) | $100.00 | Flat fee | 2–4 business days | 100–500 bp | Yes | |
| ENFINIA linear DNA | — | $0.070 | 6–8 business days | 1,000–7,000 bp | Outside range | |
| ENFINIA plasmid DNA | — | $0.120 | 6–8 business days | 1,000–15,000 bp | Outside range | |
| Gene synthesis (standard) | — | $0.180 | 12–16 business days | 500–3,000 bp | Outside range | |
| Gene in vector (501–3000 bp) | — | $0.200 | 15–20 business days | 501–3,000 bp | Outside range | |
| GeneStrands fragment (501–1000 bp) | — | Flat fee | 3–5 business days | 501–1,000 bp | Outside range | |
| Gene synthesis (clonal) | — | $0.400 | 6–13 business days | 501–2,000 bp | Outside range | |
| GeneStrands fragment (1001–2000 bp) | — | Flat fee | 5–8 business days | 1,001–2,000 bp | Outside range |
Prices based on published list prices for a 400 bp sequence. Actual quotes may vary based on sequence complexity, volume discounts, and promotions. Contact vendors directly for exact pricing.
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Compare your sequenceFrequently asked questions
What is the cheapest way to synthesise a gene under 500 bp?
For sequences under 500 bp, gene fragment providers like Twist Bioscience and IDT typically offer the lowest per-bp pricing at $0.07/bp. Eurofins Genomics offers a flat-fee GeneStrands product at $100 per fragment, which may be more cost-effective for very short sequences.
How quickly can I get a short gene fragment synthesised?
IDT offers the fastest turnaround for short fragments at 1–3 business days. Twist Bioscience delivers in 2–4 business days. Eurofins GeneStrands ship in 2–4 business days.