About this material
Orotic acid is a compound the body makes as a step in building pyrimidines, which go into DNA and RNA. It is the acid part of mineral orotate salts such as zinc orotate. This page does not describe it as an approved nutrient supplement.
Common uses
- Biochemical intermediate in pyrimidine synthesis
- Acid component of mineral orotate salts
Suitability depends on the grade, the specification, and the rules at the destination.