L-Nicotine, CAS # 54-11-5, has been shown in laboratory studies to alleviate smoking habits. It is also known as 3-(1-methyl-2-pyrrolidinyl)pyridine or (S)-(-)-nicotine. | CAS: 54-11-5 | C10H14N2 | 162.23 g/mol
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Appearance (Color)Clear colorless to yellow to brown
GC>=99.0 %
Specific optical rotationon anhydrous basis
Specific optical rotation-140° to -152° (20°C, 589 nm) (c=2,absolute ethanol)
Refractive index1.5255 to 1.5285 (20°C, 589 nm)
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General Description
L-Nicotine is a naturally occuring alkaloid in the nightshade family of plants
It is also known as 3-(1-methyl-2-pyrrolidinyl)pyridine or (S)-(-)-nicotine
Applications
L-Nicotine has been shown in studies to alleviate smoking habits
It has also been shown to enhance cognitive functions such as memory
Studies show that lower levels of nicotine in the form of gum may also help eliminate smoking habits