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nicotine-derived nitrosamine ketone (NNK)
NNK
Names
IUPAC name 4-(Methylnitrosamino)-1-(3-pyridyl)-1-butanone
Properties
Chemical formula C10H13N3O2
Molar mass 207.23 g/mol
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Chemical compound

Nicotine-derived nitrosamine ketone (NNK), or 4-(methylnitrosamino)- 1-(3-pyridyl)-1-butanone, is a nitrosamine present in tobacco that is a potent procarcinogen. It is activated by CYP2A6. It is a biomarker of exposure to cigarette smoke. It is produced upon the curing of tobacco.

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