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NNK



NNK
Chemical name 4-(methylnitrosamino)-1-(3-pyridyl)-1-butanone
Molecular formula C10H13N3O2
Molar mass 207.23 g/mol
CAS number [64091-91-4]

4-(methylnitrosamino)-1-(3-pyridyl)-1-butanone (abbreviated NNK) 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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