N-carbamoyl aspartate is a chemical compound that plays a role in the metabolism of amino acids. It is formed from the reaction of aspartate and carbamoyl phosphate, which is an important step in the synthesis of pyrimidine nucleotides. These nucleotides are essential for DNA and RNA synthesis. In the human body, N-carbamoyl aspartate is primarily found in the brain, where it is involved in the production of citrulline and arginine. It is also studied for its potential implications in certain metabolic disorders, particularly those affecting the urea cycle.