Molekula
Orotic acid anhydrous
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Orotic acid anhydrous is a naturally occurring pyrimidinemonocarboxylic acid (uracil-6-carboxylic acid) used as a dietary supplement, in animal feed, and as a precursor in biochemical research. It supports liver function, aids in nucleic acid synthesis, and is employed in pharmaceuticals and food additives. CAS 65-86-1, molecular formula C5H4N2O4, molecular weight 156.10 g/mol. Store at ambient conditions. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Orotic acid anhydrous from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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10 g — $45.60 per pack
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100 g — $109.10 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| Heavy metals | ≤20ppm |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Loss on Drying | ≤1.0% |
| Assay | ≥99.0% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.1% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Crystals |
| Melting Point | 345.5 °C |
| pKa | pKa1 = 2.07 |
| log P (octanol/water) | -0.83 |
Source: PubChem CID 967 (HSDB, DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 26204213 |
| CAS Number | 65-86-1 |
| IUPAC Name | 2,4-dioxo-1H-pyrimidine-6-carboxylic acid |
| EC Number | 200-619-8 |
| Molecular Formula | C5H4N2O4 |
| Molecular Weight | 156.10 |
| Exact Mass | 156.0171 |
| SMILES | C1=C(NC(=O)NC1=O)C(=O)O |
| InChIKey | PXQPEWDEAKTCGB-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C5H4N2O4/c8-3-1-2(4(9)10)6-5(11)7-3/h1H,(H,9,10)(H2,6,7,8,11) |
| PubChem CID | 967 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29335995 |
| Tariff Code | 2933599590 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 6-Carboxyuracil
- Animal galactose factor
- Orodin
- Oropur
- Orotic acid
- Orotonin
- Orotonsan
- Orotyl
- Vitamin B13
- Whey factor
Frequently asked questions
What is orotic acid anhydrous used for?
Orotic acid anhydrous is primarily used in nutritional supplements, in the preparation of mineral orotate salts such as magnesium orotate, and in biochemical research for nucleotide synthesis studies.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of orotic acid anhydrous?
The chemical formula is C5H4N2O4, and the molecular weight is 156.10 g/mol.
What safety classification does orotic acid anhydrous have?
The product carries a Signal Word: Warning under GHS classification, indicating low hazard but requiring standard handling precautions.
How should orotic acid anhydrous be stored?
Store in a tightly sealed container at ambient temperature, away from moisture and direct sunlight.
Does Molekula offer orotic acid anhydrous in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula supplies orotic acid anhydrous in bulk, with customizable packaging options for research, industrial, or commercial needs.
What documentation is provided with an order of orotic acid anhydrous?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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