CAS No. 5006-66-6

Batch: Purity:99.89
6-Hydroxynicotinic acid Chemical Structure
Chemical Structure
Check the 6-Hydroxynicotinic acid product page for in-depth specifications, including solubility, stock solutions, MOA, and working concentrations.

Chemical Information

CAS Number 5006-66-6
Molecular Formula

C6H5NO3

Molecular Weight (MW) 139.11
SMILES C1=CC(=O)NC=C1C(=O)O

Ordering Information

Biological Activity

6-Hydroxynicotinic acid is a pyridine derivative and a key metabolic intermediate in the microbial biodegradation pathway of nicotinic acid. It is generated via the regioselective hydroxylation of nicotinic acid by nicotinic acid hydroxylase and subsequently undergoes enzymatic transformation to yield essential cellular carbon and nitrogen sources. This metabolite plays an essential role in pyridine catabolic pathways across diverse bacterial species. [1]

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Solubility

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All in vitro solubility values are batch-tested experimental data (non-literature values).
Solvent Solubility & Note
DMSO 5 mg/mL (35.94 mM)
(Moisture-contaminated DMSO may reduce solubility. Use fresh, anhydrous DMSO. The recommended stock concentration is 10 mM in DMSO.)
FAQ
Q: Why does a DMSO stock precipitate in media/saline?
A: It is caused by unheated aqueous media (supersaturation), local solvent shock, or incorrect mixing sequence.
How to fix it?
  • Preheat media/saline to 37°C.
  • Mix rapidly (pipette/vortex) upon addition.
  • For complex mixes, always add the aqueous phase last.
  • Re-dissolve minor precipitates with a 37°C water bath and sonication (≤30 min).
Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.