Nicotinic acid PurCert Secondary Reference Standard (CRM) [Includes all characterization data]

PurCert Standard


Properties

Water Solubility water: 0.1 g/10 mL, clear, colorless
Assay Purity >= 99.5 %
M pt. 234-238 °C, 236-239 °C
Density 1.473 g/cm3 at 25 °C
Form Solid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H319
Precautionary Statement  P264 - P280 - P305 + P351 + P338 - P337 + P313
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Warning
HS Code 29362920
Storage Temp. 2-8°C
Storage Class 11 - Combustible Solids
UN Number NA

Description

Application
Nicotinic acid is used in nutritional supplements food fortification and pharmaceutical formulations. It is also used to help manage certain lipid disorders by improving cholesterol and triglyceride levels.

Purpose
The primary purpose of nicotinic acid is to prevent and treat Vitamin B3 deficiency and support normal metabolic processes while also contributing to cardiovascular health in specific medical applications.

General Description
Nicotinic acid also known as Niacin is a water-soluble B-vitamin (Vitamin B3) that is essential for energy metabolism and the proper functioning of the nervous and digestive systems.