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Nicotine

IUPAC: 3-[(2S)-1-methylpyrrolidin-2-yl]pyridine

C10H14N2 Organic Compounds CAS 54-11-5
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Formula / NotationC10H14N2
CAS Number54-11-5
Molecular Weight162.23
Melting Point-110 °F (EPA, 1998)
Boiling Point476.1 °F at 745 mmHg (EPA, 1998)
Density1.0097 at 68 °F (EPA, 1998) - Denser than water; will sink
SolubilityMiscible (NTP, 1992)
AppearanceNicotine appears as a colorless to light yellow or brown liquid. Combustible. Toxic by inhalation and by skin absorption. Produces toxic oxides of nitrogen during combustion.
Also Known As3-[(2S)-1-methylpyrrolidin-2-yl]pyridine; L-Nicotine; 54-11-5; (-)-Nicotine; (S)-Nicotine; (S)-3-(1-methylpyrrolidin-2-yl)pyridine; (S)-(-)-Nicotine; Habitrol; Nicotrol; Nicoderm
CategoryOrganic Compounds

What is Nicotine?

Nicotine can cause developmental toxicity according to state or federal government labeling requirements.

Formula & Notation

C10H14N2

IUPAC Name: 3-[(2S)-1-methylpyrrolidin-2-yl]pyridine

Other Names / Synonyms: 3-[(2S)-1-methylpyrrolidin-2-yl]pyridine; L-Nicotine; 54-11-5; (-)-Nicotine; (S)-Nicotine; (S)-3-(1-methylpyrrolidin-2-yl)pyridine; (S)-(-)-Nicotine; Habitrol; Nicotrol; Nicoderm

Properties & Characteristics

Appearance: Nicotine appears as a colorless to light yellow or brown liquid. Combustible. Toxic by inhalation and by skin absorption. Produces toxic oxides of nitrogen during combustion.. Molecular formula: C10H14N2. Molecular weight: 162.23 g/mol. Boiling point: 476.1 °F at 745 mmHg (EPA, 1998). Melting point: -110 °F (EPA, 1998). Density: 1.0097 at 68 °F (EPA, 1998) - Denser than water; will sink. Solubility: Miscible (NTP, 1992). Vapor pressure: 1 mmHg at 143.24 °F (EPA, 1998). LogP: 1.2.

Physical Data

PropertyValue
Melting Point-110 °F (EPA, 1998)
Boiling Point476.1 °F at 745 mmHg (EPA, 1998)
Density1.0097 at 68 °F (EPA, 1998) - Denser than water; will sink
Molecular Weight162.23
SolubilityMiscible (NTP, 1992)
AppearanceNicotine appears as a colorless to light yellow or brown liquid. Combustible. Toxic by inhalation and by skin absorption. Produces toxic oxides of nitrogen during combustion.

Uses & Applications

Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.

Safety Information

Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.

Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.

Key Facts

Term Nicotine
Formula C10H14N2
CAS Number 54-11-5
Molecular Weight 162.23
Category Organic Compounds
Index All "N" terms
Synonyms 3-[(2S)-1-methylpyrrolidin-2-yl]pyridine; L-Nicotine; 54-11-5; (-)-Nicotine; (S)-Nicotine; (S)-3-(1-methylpyrrolidin-2-yl)pyridine; (S)-(-)-Nicotine; Habitrol; Nicotrol; Nicoderm

Frequently Asked Questions

Nicotine can cause developmental toxicity according to state or federal government labeling requirements.

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