Vitamin B13 Orotic Acid Powder

Short Description
Orotic acid, also known as vitamin B13, is a heterocyclic compound and a carboxylic acid. It was historically considered part of the vitamin B complex, but it is now known that it is not a vitamin. It is synthesized in the body via a mitochondrial enzyme, dihydroorotate dehydrogenase, or a cytoplasmic enzyme of the pyrimidine synthesis pathway.

Description

Product Name Vitamin B13 Orotic Acid Powder
Appearance White Crystalline Powder
Chemical Formula C5​H4​N2​O4​
Specification ≥99.0% (HPLC)
CAS Code 65-86-1
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Function

  • Nucleic Acid Synthesis: Orotic acid is essential for the synthesis of nucleic acids, which are the building blocks of DNA and RNA.
  • Energy Production: Plays a role in the metabolic pathways that convert food into energy.
  • Skin Health: Helps prevent skin aging and is used in cosmetic formulations.

Application

  • Pharmaceuticals: Used in the treatment of hyperuricemia, hypercholesterolemia, chronic hepatitis, and liver cirrhosis.
  • Cosmetics and Skincare: Incorporated into skincare products for its anti-aging properties.
  • Nutritional Supplements: Added to supplements for its role in energy production and nucleic acid synthesis.