Arecoline

Independent reference data for Arecoline (CAS 63-75-2), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Arecoline is found in nuts. Arecoline is isolated from betel nuts Arecoline is an alkaloid natural product found in the areca nut, the fruit of the areca palm (Areca catechu). Since one of the hallmarks of Alzheimer's disease is a cognitive decline, arecoline was suggested as a treatment to slow down this process and arecoline administered via i.v. Arecoline has also been used medicinally as an antihelmintic (a drug against parasitic worms).Pharmaceuticals -> Animal Drugs -> Approved in Taiwan

Synonyms and trade names

arecoline; 63-75-2; Arecolin; Arecaline; Arecholine; Methylarecaiden; Methylarecaidin; Arekolin; Arecoline base; Arecaidine methyl ester; methyl 1-methyl-1,2,5,6-tetrahydropyridine-3-carboxylate; 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 1,2,5,6-tetrahydro-1-methyl-, methyl ester; Arecholin; Methyl N-methyltetrahydronicotinate; methyl 1-methyl-3,6-dihydro-2H-pyridine-5-carboxylate; DTXSID3022617

Regulatory listings held on file

GHS notification summary	50% (1 / 2)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	50% (1 / 2)
Reported hazard statements	H315 (50%), H319 (50%), H340 (50%), H351 (50%)

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 50% (1 of 2) of reports.

H315 (50%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]

What the public record says

Arecoline · CAS 63-75-2 · C8H13NO2. UNII 4ALN5933BH. Boiling Point: 209; Boiling Point: 209.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg; Melting Point: < 25 °C.

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.