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N2500 Niacin (Nicotinic Acid) CAS: 59-67-6

Specifications
CAS Number
59-67-6
Grade
Cell Culture Grade
MDL Number
MFCD00006391
Molecular Formula
C6H5NO2
Molecular Weight
123.11
EU Commodity Code
38220090
Shipping Temp
RT
Storage Temp
4°C
Nicotinic acid; Vitamin B3; 3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid; 3-Carboxylpyridine; 3-Carboxypyridine; Akotin; Apelagrin; Niacin; Niacor; Niaspan; Nicacid; Pelonin; Vitamin B5; Wampocap; β-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid

Nicotinic acid. It is a precursor of the coenzymes NAD and NADP. Widely distributed in nature; appreciable amounts are found in liver , fish, yeast and cereal grains. Dietary deficiency is associated with pellagra. The term “niacin” has also been applied to nicotinamide or to other derivatives exhibiting the biological activity of nicotinic acid. Vitamin (enzyme cofactor).

Synonyms
Nicotinic acid; Vitamin B3; 3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid; 3-Carboxylpyridine; 3-Carboxypyridine; Akotin; Apelagrin; Niacin; Niacor; Niaspan; Nicacid; Pelonin; Vitamin B5; Wampocap; β-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid
CAS No
59-67-6
Molecular Formula
C6H5NO2
Molecular Weight
123.11
Appearance
White crystals or crystalline powder
Purity (HPLC)
≥99%
Identification
To Pass USP A & B
Loss on Drying
≤1%
Residue on Ignition
≤0.1%
Chloride
≤0.02%
Sulfate
≤0.02%
Heavy Metals
≤0.002%
Organic Volatile Impurities
To Pass USP
Storage and Stability
May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at 4°C. Stable for 6 months after receipt. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap. Hygroscopic. Store under inert atmosphere.
Meets or exceeds USP specifications
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