Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Methyl orotate (CAS: 6153-44-2)?
Answer
Methyl orotate (CAS: 6153-44-2) is a white crystalline powder with a molecular weight of approximately 112.12 g/mol. It is sparingly soluble in water and ethanol but poorly soluble in other organic solvents. Chemically, it is stable under normal conditions but can react with strong bases to form orotates. It is not flammable and has a low reactivity with common laboratory reagents.
About
CAS No
6153-44-2
English Name
Methyl orotate
Molecular Formula
C6H6N2O4
Molecular Weight
170.12 g/mol
SMILES
COC(=O)C1=CC(=O)NC(=O)N1
InChIKey
UUTDWTOZAWFKFW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-29 09:43
