Niacin - Vitamin B3 API
| Cas No : | 59-67-6 |
|---|---|
| Name : | Niacin – Vitamin B3 |
| Synonyms : | Pyridine-3-carboxylic acid |
| Molecular Formula : | C₆H₅NO₂ |
| Melting Point : | 237 °C |
| Boiling Point : | 236-239 °C |
| Molecular Weight : | 123.11 g/mol |
| Density : | 1.47 g/cm³ |
| Solubility : | Nicotine is a hygroscopic, colorless to yellow-brown, oily liquid, that is readily soluble in alcohol, ether or light petroleum. It is miscible with water in its neutral amine base form between 60 °C and 210 °C. |
Uses :
- Niacin (nicotinic acid) is used to prevent and treat niacin deficiency (pellagra). Niacin deficiency may result from certain medical conditions (such as alcohol abuse, malabsorption syndrome, Hartnup disease), poor diet, or long-term use of certain medications (such as isoniazid).
