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(±)-Nornicotine

Also known as: DL-Nornicotine, 2-(3-Pyridinyl)pyrrolidine, 2-[3-Pyridyl]pyrrolidine, 3-(2-Pyrrolidinyl)pyridine, 3-Pyrrolidin-2-ylpyridine, (+/-)-nor-nicotine, (+-)-1'-demethylnicotine, Racemic nornicotine

(±)-Nornicotine (CAS 5746-86-1) is a compound in the Organic Bases category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H12N2 and a molecular weight of 148.20500 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 107-108°C 2mm, a density of 1,074 g/cm3 and a flash point of 101°C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H312 — Harmful in contact with skin and H315 — Causes skin irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
5746-86-1
Jingsj CID
J-15824-0
Molecular Formula
C9H12N2
Molecular Weight
148.20500 g/mol
Category
Organic Bases
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point107-108°C 2mm
Density1,074 g/cm3
Flash Point101°C
Exact Mass148.10000
PSA24.92000
LogP1.83490
Refractive Index1.54
Additional PropertyH2O: 50 mg/mL

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H332 — Harmful if inhaled
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Activity & Biological Data

TargetHuman Endogenous Metabolite

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2933990090
Summary2933990090. heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The CAS number of (±)-Nornicotine is 5746-86-1.

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

(±)-Nornicotine has molecular formula C9H12N2 and molecular weight 148.20500 g/mol.

Is (±)-Nornicotine hazardous?

(±)-Nornicotine has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H315 — Causes skin irritation.

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

For (±)-Nornicotine, Upstream Products: Myosmine, 3-Bromo-5-(2-pyrrolidinyl)pyridine, N-Vinyl-2-pyrrolidone; Downstream Products: (S)-Nornicotine, Nicotinic acid, (±)-Nicotine-d3 (N-methyl-d3).

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