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Nicotinic acid
Nicotinic acid, also known as niacin, is a water-soluble B-vitamin used in nutritional supplements and pharmaceuticals to support metabolic health and manage lipid levels. It is available in powder form with a molecular weight of 123.11 g/mol, a molecular formula of C6H5NO2, and a CAS number of 59-67-6. Stored at ambient temperatures, it carries a warning signal word due to potential irritant properties. Molekula supplies Nicotinic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Nicotinic acid, also known as niacin, is a water-soluble B-vitamin used in nutritional supplements and pharmaceuticals to support metabolic health and manage lipid levels. It is available in powder form with a molecular weight of 123.11 g/mol, a molecular formula of C6H5NO2, and a CAS number of 59-67-6. Stored at ambient temperatures, it carries a warning signal word due to potential irritant properties. Molekula supplies Nicotinic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Conclusion | Conforms to USP36 |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 0.002% |
| Identification | Complies to <197U> USP Ultraviolet absorption; <197M> USP Infrared absorption |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 1.0% |
| Sulfate | ≤ 0.02% |
| Assay | 99%~101% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% |
| Chloride | ≤ 0.02% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 193 C |
| Shelf Life | 36 months |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 59-67-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H5NO2 |
| Molecular Weight | 123.11 |
| SMILES | C1=CC(=CN=C1)C(=O)O |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2936292000 |
| Tariff Code | 2936290000 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
Hazard statements
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is nicotinic acid used for?
Nicotinic acid is primarily used in the synthesis of vitamin B3 (niacin) and as a precursor in pharmaceutical and nutritional supplements.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of nicotinic acid?
The chemical formula is C6H5NO2 and the molecular weight is 123.11 g/mol.
How should nicotinic acid be stored?
Nicotinic acid should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of nicotinic acid does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies nicotinic acid in reagent grade, suitable for laboratory and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply nicotinic acid in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply nicotinic acid in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a purchase of nicotinic acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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