Orotic Acid Monohydrate CAS 50887-69-9

Purity >95%In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.50887-69-9
Molecular FormulaC5H4N2O4 H2O
Molecular WeightN/A
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

Orotic Acid Monohydrate CAS 50887-69-9 chemical structure

Description

Orotic Acid Monohydrate (CAS 50887-69-9) reference standard, produced by CATO (ISO 17034 / CNAS / ANAB accredited). Molecular formula: C5H4N2O4 H2O. Trusted by 10,000+ laboratories worldwide for pharmaceutical analysis and QC.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC5H4N2O4 H2O
Molecular Weight174.11 g/mol
AppearanceOff-white to pale yellow crystalline powder. (faint amine-like odor)
Purity>95%
StorageStore at 2-8°C, protect from light, keep sealed and dry
Solubility (reference)Soluble in methanol, ethanol, DMSO, water
StabilityMay oxidize slowly on prolonged air exposure; Light-sensitive; avoid direct strong light; Hygroscopic; reseal immediately after opening
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)4.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
CAS Registry Year (est.)1971
Nitrogen Atoms2

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