üreát

Ureát is a term that can refer to a salt or ester of urea. Urea is an organic compound with the chemical formula CO(NH₂)₂. It is a colorless, crystalline solid that is highly soluble in water and is the main nitrogenous breakdown product of proteins in mammals.

In inorganic chemistry, ureát typically refers to a salt containing the ureát anion. However, this anion is not commonly encountered and the term is rarely used in this context. More frequently, ureát is used in organic chemistry to denote an ester derived from urea. These esters are formed when the hydroxyl group of a carboxylic acid reacts with one of the amino groups of urea, or vice versa. The structure and properties of ureát esters vary depending on the specific carboxylic acid involved. Some ureát esters may have applications in pharmaceuticals or as chemical intermediates.

The term "ureát" itself is derived from "urea" and the common suffix "-ate" used for salts and esters. While the chemical class of ureát esters exists, the term is less common than terms like "urea derivative" or "urea compound." When encountered, it is important to consider the context to determine whether a salt or an ester is being referred to, although the ester interpretation is more prevalent in contemporary chemical literature.