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L-Dihydroorotic acid

Also known as: (S)-dihydroorotic acid, (4S)-2,6-dioxohexahydropyrimidine-4-carboxylic acid, Dihydroorotic acid, L-Hydroorotic acid, DIHYDRO-L-OROTIC ACID

L-Dihydroorotic acid (CAS 5988-19-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H6N2O4 and a molecular weight of 158.112 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 254-255 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 524.0±60.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 270.7±32.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
5988-19-2
Jingsj CID
J-33866-9
Molecular Formula
C5H6N2O4
Molecular Weight
158.112 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point254-255 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling Point524.0±60.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.9±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point270.7±32.9 °C
Exact Mass158.032761
PSA95.50000
LogP-2.29
Vapor Pressure0.0±3.1 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.714

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Activity & Biological Data

TargetHuman Endogenous Metabolite
Additional Information[1]. St. Louis, Missouri,et al. ENZYMATIC SYNTHESIS AND BREAKDOWN OF A PYRIMIDINE, OROTIC ACID.October 28, 1953.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2934999001

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of L-Dihydroorotic acid?

The CAS number of L-Dihydroorotic acid is 5988-19-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of L-Dihydroorotic acid?

L-Dihydroorotic acid has molecular formula C5H6N2O4 and molecular weight 158.112 g/mol.

Is L-Dihydroorotic acid hazardous?

L-Dihydroorotic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of L-Dihydroorotic acid?

For L-Dihydroorotic acid, Upstream Products: Orotic acid; Downstream Products: Orotic acid, (4S)-1-Methyl-2,6-dioxohexahydropyrimidine-4-carboxylic acid, (S)-Benzyl 2,6-dioxohexahydropyrimidine-4-carboxylate.

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