(±)-Nicotine

Also known as: rac-Nicotine, dl-Nicotine, (R,S)-nicotine, (RS)-nicotine, (±)-3-(1-Methyl-2-pyrrolidinyl)pyridine, 1-Methyl-2-(3-pyridyl)pyrrolidine, 3-(1-Methyl-2-pyrrolidinyl)pyridine, 3-(1-Methylpyrrolidin-2-yl)pyridine, Pyridine, 3-(1-methyl-2-pyrrolidinyl)-, Nicotine, MFCD00065370

(±)-Nicotine (CAS 22083-74-5) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H14N2 and a molecular weight of 162.232 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -79ºC, a boiling point of 244.4±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 101.7±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H310 and H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 22083-74-5
Jingsj CID: J-1355907-4
Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₁₄N₂
Molecular Weight: 162.232 g/mol
Category: Organic Compounds
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	-79ºC
Boiling Point	244.4±28.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	101.7±0.0 °C
Exact Mass	162.115692
PSA	16.13000
LogP	0.72
Appearance	liquid \| yellow
Vapor Pressure	0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.539
Storage Conditions	Refrigerator
Additional Property	ethanol: 50 mg/mL

GHS Safety & Compliance

Acute Toxicity / Environmental HazardSignal word: Danger

H301 — Toxic if swallowed
H310
H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (±)-Nicotine?

The CAS number of (±)-Nicotine is 22083-74-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (±)-Nicotine?

(±)-Nicotine has molecular formula C10H14N2 and molecular weight 162.232 g/mol.

Is (±)-Nicotine hazardous?

(±)-Nicotine has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H310; H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

What are the upstream and downstream products of (±)-Nicotine?

For (±)-Nicotine, Upstream Products: Formaldehyde, (±)-Nornicotine, Formic Acid; Downstream Products: β-Nicotyrine, 1-Methylpyrrolidine, Myosmine.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "(±)-Nicotine (CAS 22083-74-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1355907-4 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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