Orotic acid
Identification
Name Orotic acid
Synonyms 1,2,3,6-Tetrahydro-2,6-dioxo-4-pyrimidinecarboxylic acid; 2,6-Dihydroxypyrimidine-4-carboxylic acid; 6-Carboxy-2,4-dihydroxypyrimidine; 6-Carboxyuracil; Uracil-6-carboxylic acid
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Molecular Formula C5H4N2O4
Molecular Weight 156.10
CAS Registry Number 65-86-1
EINECS 200-619-8
Properties
Melting point 345-346 ºC
Water solubility Slightly soluble
content 99%
appearance White crystalline powder