Nicotine is an alkaloid isolated from plants. Nicotine is an active stimulant, having both addictive and carcinogenic properties. Nicotine can be absorbed through the alimentary canal, respiratory tract and intact skin. Nicotine is used in the treatment of smoking withdrawal syndrome. Nicotine has been used as an anthelmintic.
SKU | RCLST024214 |
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CAS number | 22083-74-5 |
Molecular Formula | C10H14N2 |
Catalog Number | RCLST024214 |
Chemical Name | rac-Nicotine |
Synonyms | 3-(1-Methyl-2-pyrrolidinyl)pyridine; (±)-Nicotine; (±)-3-(1-Methyl-2-pyrrolidinyl)pyridine; (R,S)-Nicotine; (±)-Nicotine; 1-Methyl-2-(3-pyridyl)pyrrolidine; DL-Nicotine; |
Molecular Weight | 162.23 |
Solubility | Chloroform (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly) |
Stability | Air Sensitive |
Appearance | Clear Colourless to Light Brown Oil |
Storage Condition | Amber Vial, Refrigerator, Under inert atmosphere |
Shipping Info | *eh* Dangerous goods |