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

Molecular Formula:  C5H4N2O4

Molecular Weight：156.10 g/mol

Specification: Pharm grade

EINECS: 200-619-8

What is Orotic Acid?

Orotic acid is a compound that is both a pyrimidinedione and a carboxylic acid. While it was once mistakenly thought to be part of the B vitamin family and was called vitamin B13, it is not a true vitamin. The body synthesizes it naturally through the pyrimidine synthesis pathway, with help from enzymes like dihydroorotate dehydrogenase.

Applications and Bioavailability

Beyond its natural function, orotic acid has a special use in dietary supplements. It is often used as a mineral carrier to significantly increase the bioavailability of certain minerals. For example, in products like lithium orotate, the compound helps the body absorb and utilize the mineral more effectively.

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