Appearance
White crystalline powder
Function
Methyl nicotinate is used as a flavoring agent. It is used in the cosmetic industry as a filler in lip plumpers, to improve blood circulation in massage creams. It is also used in the pharmaceutical industry in peripheral vasodilators, as a rubefacient and counterirritant as well as in products for relieving aching muscles after exertion, and against rheumatic pains, lumbagoand fibrositis.
Synonyms
Methyl Nicotinate B.P.; T/N Unitol M40; 3-(Carbomethoxy)pyridine; m-(Methoxycarbonyl)pyridine; Nicotinic acid, methyl ester
Storage
Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Packages
- 25 Gram Poly Bag
- 50 Gram Bottle
- 5 lb. HDPE WM Bottle
- 5 kg. HDPE OH Pail
- 25 kg. Fiber Drum
- 25 kg. Poly Drum
- 1 lb. Bulk
Industries
- Pharmaceutical
- food & bev.
- cosmetics
Product Classes
- Flavors
- fillers
- emollient & esters
Other
- Origin: Synthetic
- Shelf life: 2 years from mfg. date
- Freight Classification: NMFC 43940 SUB 2 CLASS 85
- Kosher Status: Not Kosher
- Flash Point: 204 øF
- Melting Point: 42-44 øC
- API: YES
- Allergen: NO
- Hazmat: YES
- Molecular Weight: 137.14 g/mol