5988-53-4

Basic information

• Product Name: D-HYDROOROTIC ACID
• Synonyms: R-2,6-DIOXOHEXAHYDRO-4-PYRIMIDINECARBOXYLIC ACID;D-HYDROOROTIC ACID;DIHYDRO-D-OROTIC ACID;(R)-2,6-dioxohexahydropyrimidine-4-carboxylic acid;R-2,6-Dioxohexahydro-4-pyrimidinecarboxylic acid, Dihydro-D-orotic acid;(R)-dihydroorotic acid;D-HYDROOROTIC ACIDStructure;D-Hydroorotic acid 98%
• CAS NO: 5988-53-4
• Molecular Formula: C₅H₆N₂O₄
• Molecular Weight: 158.11
• Mol File: 5988-53-4.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: 255 °C (dec.)(lit.)
• Appearance: /
• Density: 1.523 g/cm³
• Storage Temp.: Store at?0-5°C
• CAS DataBase Reference: D-HYDROOROTIC ACID(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: D-HYDROOROTIC ACID(5988-53-4)
• EPA Substance Registry System: D-HYDROOROTIC ACID(5988-53-4)

Safety Data

• Hazard Codes: Xi
• Statements: 36/37/38
• Safety Statements: 26-36
• WGK Germany: 3
• Hazardous Substances Data: 5988-53-4(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

D-Hydroorotic acid, also known as 5,6-Dihydro-orotic acid, is a chemical compound primarily used in the production of pharmaceuticals. It is a key intermediate substance in the biosynthesis of pyrimidine, one of the essential building blocks of DNA and RNA. Being a derivative of orotic acid, D-Hydroorotic acid plays a critical role in cellular metabolism and is part of the pathway that leads to the production of uridine monophosphate (UMP). Researchers also study this substance in relation to certain medical conditions, like orotic aciduria, a rare hereditary disorder. However, due to its use in drug production, it's important to handle it following all safety norms and guidelines.

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