Description

Potassium Urate is a potassium salt of uric acid, a key compound in purine metabolism. This high-purity chemical is essential for research and development in biochemistry and pharmaceutical sciences, where precise molecular interactions are studied. It serves as a critical reagent for scientists and manufacturers in the life sciences, analytical chemistry, and diagnostic industries, enabling advancements in metabolic research and assay development.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in studies of purine metabolism, gout, and renal function.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Acts as a key intermediate or reference compound in the synthesis and testing of drugs targeting metabolic disorders.
• Diagnostic Kits: Employed in the formulation of calibrators and controls for clinical diagnostic assays measuring uric acid levels in biological fluids.
• Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a high-purity standard for HPLC, LC-MS, and other analytical methods for quantification and method validation.
• Enzymology Studies: Utilized as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic assays related to xanthine oxidase and other purine metabolic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Urate
CAS No.	7000-30-8
Molecular Formula	C5H3KN4O3
Molecular Weight	206.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium Urate; Uric Acid Potassium Salt; Monopotassium Urate; Potassium 2,6,8-Trioxopurine; Potassium Salt of Uric Acid; MSU (Monosodium Urate Analog); Purine-2,6,8(1H,3H,9H)-trione, potassium salt
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Quality Control

Our Potassium Urate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the high standards required for research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.