Thermo Scientific Chemicals L-Nicotine, 99+%

Description

L-Nicotine, CAS # 54-11-5, has been shown in laboratory studies to alleviate smoking habits. It is also known as 3-(1-methyl-2-pyrrolidinyl)pyridine or (S)-(-)-nicotine.

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General Description

• L-Nicotine is a naturally occuring alkaloid in the nightshade family of plants
• It is also known as 3-(1-methyl-2-pyrrolidinyl)pyridine or (S)-(-)-nicotine

Applications

• L-Nicotine has been shown in studies to alleviate smoking habits
• It has also been shown to enhance cognitive functions such as memory
• Studies show that lower levels of nicotine in the form of gum may also help eliminate smoking habits

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 54-11-5
• Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₁₄N₂
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 162.23
• InChI Key: SNICXCGAKADSCV-JTQLQIEISA-N
• Synonym: nicotine, l-nicotine, --nicotine, s-nicotine, habitrol, s-3-1-methylpyrrolidin-2-yl pyridine, nicoderm, nicotrol, s---nicotine, nicoderm cq
• PubChem CID: 89594
• ChEBI: CHEBI:17688
• IUPAC Name: 3-[(2S)-1-methylpyrrolidin-2-yl]pyridine
• SMILES: CN1CCCC1C2=CN=CC=C2

• Melting Point: -80.0°C
• Color: Brown or Colorless to Yellow
• Density: 1.0150g/mL
• Boiling Point: 247.0°C
• Flash Point: 101°C
• Infrared Spectrum: Authentic
• Assay Percent Range: 99% min. (GC)
• Packaging: Glass bottle
• Refractive Index: 1.5255 to 1.5275
• Quantity: 5 g
• Beilstein: 23,I,3
• Merck Index: 15,6609
• Specific Gravity: 1.015
• Specific Rotation Condition: −166.00 (20.00°C c=neat)
• Specific Rotation: − 166.00
• Solubility Information: Solubility in water: miscible. Other solubilities: soluble in alcohol,chloroform,ether,kerosene,,petrouleum ether and oils
• Formula Weight: 162.23
• Percent Purity: 99+%
• Physical Form: Liquid
• Chemical Name or Material: L-Nicotine

Safety and Handling

Product Identifier

• L-Nicotine

Signal Word

• Danger

Hazard Category

• Acute toxicity Category 2
• LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 2

Hazard Statement

• H300-Fatal if swallowed.
• H310-Fatal in contact with skin.
• H330-Fatal if inhaled.
• H411-Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statement

• P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• P361-Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
• P302+P350-IF ON SKIN: Gently wash with plenty of soap and water.
• P310-Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/.
• P330-Rinse mouth.
• P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.

RUO – Research Use Only