Nicotinic Acid-d4

• CAT Number: R011128
• CAS Number: 66148-15-0
• Molecular Formula: C6H5NO2
• Molecular Weight: 127.13
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid-d4; 3-Carboxylpyridine-d4; 3-Carboxypyridine-d4; Akotin-d4; Apelagrin-d4; Niacin-d4; Niacor-d4; Niaspan-d4; Nicacid-d4; Pelonin-d4; Vitamin B3-d4; Vitamin B5-d4; Wampocap-d4; β-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid-d4
• Storage: 2-8°C
• IUPAC Name: 2,4,5,6-tetradeuteriopyridine-3-carboxylic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C6H5NO2/c8-6(9)5-2-1-3-7-4-5/h1-4H,(H,8,9)/i1D,2D,3D,4D
• InChIKey: PVNIIMVLHYAWGP-RHQRLBAQSA-N
• SMILES: [2H]C1=C(C(=C(N=C1[2H])[2H])C(=O)O)[2H]

Nicotinic Acid-d4 is a deuterated form of nicotinic acid, also known as niacin or vitamin B3. The addition of four deuterium atoms enhances its use in metabolic and pharmacokinetic studies. This isotopic labeling allows for precise tracking of nicotinic acid’s metabolic pathways, absorption, distribution, and excretion in biological systems. It is particularly useful for studying the compound’s behavior in clinical and research settings, optimizing dietary supplements, and understanding its role in metabolic processes and cardiovascular health. The detailed insights gained from these studies help in evaluating the efficacy and safety of nicotinic acid in various therapeutic applications.