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Description
Potassium Orotate
Other Names: Potassium orotate, Dioron, Orotic acid, monopotassium salt, Orotic acid potassium salt
CAS Number: 24598-73-0
Sum Formula: C₅H₃KN₂O₄
Molar Mass: 178.19 g/mol
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Potassium orotate is the monopotassium salt of orotic acid, a pyrimidinecarboxylic acid derivative. It is a stable compound often used in chemical and technical applications requiring a soluble source of orotate ions complexed with potassium.
Chemical and Physical Properties
Density: ~1.8 g/cm³ (estimated)
Melting Point: Decomposes before melting
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes)
Solubility in Water: Soluble
Solubility in Other Solvents: Slightly soluble in ethanol; practically insoluble in nonpolar solvents
Odor: Odorless
Applications
Organic Synthesis: Used as a precursor for the preparation of pyrimidine-based compounds and nucleoside analogs.
Analytical Chemistry: Applied in the study of metal-organic complex formation involving orotate ligands.
Material Science: Investigated for incorporation into polymeric matrices and specialty coatings.
Coordination Chemistry: Studied as a ligand in the formation of metal-orotate complexes for catalytic or structural purposes.
Safety
This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 100% (2 of 2) of all reports.
Handling and Storage
Storage Conditions: Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Protect from moisture and incompatible substances such as strong acids and oxidizers.
Handling Precautions: Avoid creating dust. Use appropriate PPE and follow standard chemical safety protocols.