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Update date2020-09-17 15:30:47 UTC
Primary IDFDB002237
Secondary Accession NumbersNot Available
Chemical Information
FooDB NameTrigonelline
DescriptionN-Methylnicotinate or Trigonelline, also known as caffearin or gynesine, belongs to the class of organic compounds known as alkaloids and derivatives. These are naturally occurring chemical compounds that contain mostly basic nitrogen atoms. This group also includes some related compounds with neutral and even weakly acidic properties. In addition to carbon, hydrogen and nitrogen, alkaloids may also contain oxygen, sulfur and more rarely other elements such as chlorine, bromine, and phosphorus. Trigonelline is a moderately acidic compound. Trigonelline exists in all living organisms, from bacteria to humans. It is a product of the metabolism of niacin (vitamin B3) and it is excreted in the urine. Trigonelline in urine is a biomarker for the consumption of coffee, legumes and soy products. Trigonelline is found in highest concentrations in arabica coffee, fenugreeks, and common pea and in lower concentrations in yellow bell peppers, orange bell peppers, and muskmelons. Trigonelline has also been detected in rices, triticales, alfalfa, cereals and cereal products, ryes fenugreek seeds, garden peas, oats and potatoes. Trigonelline may reduce dental caries by preventing the bacteria Streptococcus mutans from adhering to teeth. It also has shown anti-carcinogenic and anti-hyperglycemic effects in several studies (PMID: 22680628; PMID: 31896496; PMID: 31363374).
CAS Number535-83-1
Structure
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Synonyms
SynonymSource
1-Methyl-3-pyridiniumcarboxylateChEBI
1-MethylnicotinateChEBI
1-Methylpyridinio-3-carboxylateChEBI
3-Carboxy-1-methylpyridinium hydroxide inner saltChEBI
Betain nicotinateChEBI
Betaine nicotinateChEBI
CaffearinChEBI
CaffearineChEBI
CoffearinChEBI
GynesineChEBI
N'-methylnicotinateChEBI
N-Methyl-nicotinateChEBI
Nicotinic acid N-methylbetaineChEBI
TrigenellineChEBI
TrigonellinChEBI
1-Methyl-3-pyridiniumcarboxylic acidGenerator
1-Methylnicotinic acidGenerator
1-Methylpyridinio-3-carboxylic acidGenerator
Betain nicotinic acidGenerator
Betaine nicotinic acidGenerator
N'-methylnicotinic acidGenerator
N-Methyl-nicotinic acidGenerator
Nicotinate N-methylbetaineGenerator
N-Methylnicotinic acidHMDB
Trigonelline chlorideHMDB
Trigonelline iodideHMDB
Trigonelline tosylateHMDB
Trigonelline ionHMDB
3-Carboxy-1-methyl-pyridinium hydroxide inner saltHMDB
CoffearineHMDB
N-MethylnicotinateHMDB
TrigenollineHMDB
TrigonellineChEBI
1-methylnicotinatebiospider
1-methylpyridinium-3-carboxylatebiospider
3-carboxy-1-methyl-Pyridinium hydroxide inner saltbiospider
3-Carboxy-1-methylpyridinium hydroxide, inner saltbiospider
535-83-1 (INNER SALT)biospider
Gynesisdb_source
N-methyl-nicotinatebiospider
N-methylnicotinatebiospider
N-methylnicotinic acidbiospider
N-Methylnicotinic betainedb_source
Nicotinic acid n-methylbetainebiospider
Pyridinium, 3-carboxy-1-methyl-, hydroxide, inner saltbiospider
Pyridinium, 3-carboxy-1-methyl-, inner saltbiospider
Predicted Properties
PropertyValueSource
Water Solubility0.32 g/LALOGPS
logP-3.3ALOGPS
logP-3.5ChemAxon
logS-2.8ALOGPS
pKa (Strongest Acidic)2.78ChemAxon
Physiological Charge0ChemAxon
Hydrogen Acceptor Count2ChemAxon
Hydrogen Donor Count0ChemAxon
Polar Surface Area44.01 ŲChemAxon
Rotatable Bond Count1ChemAxon
Refractivity48.15 m³·mol⁻¹ChemAxon
Polarizability13.4 ųChemAxon
Number of Rings1ChemAxon
BioavailabilityYesChemAxon
Rule of FiveYesChemAxon
Ghose FilterNoChemAxon
Veber's RuleNoChemAxon
MDDR-like RuleNoChemAxon
Chemical FormulaC7H7NO2
IUPAC name1-methylpyridin-1-ium-3-carboxylate
InChI IdentifierInChI=1S/C7H7NO2/c1-8-4-2-3-6(5-8)7(9)10/h2-5H,1H3
InChI KeyWWNNZCOKKKDOPX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Isomeric SMILESC[N+]1=CC=CC(=C1)C([O-])=O
Average Molecular Weight137.136
Monoisotopic Molecular Weight137.047678473
Classification
Description Belongs to the class of organic compounds known as alkaloids and derivatives. These are naturally occurring chemical compounds that contain mostly basic nitrogen atoms. This group also includes some related compounds with neutral and even weakly acidic properties. Also some synthetic compounds of similar structure are attributed to alkaloids. In addition to carbon, hydrogen and nitrogen, alkaloids may also contain oxygen, sulfur and more rarely other elements such as chlorine, bromine, and phosphorus.
KingdomOrganic compounds
Super ClassAlkaloids and derivatives
ClassNot Available
Sub ClassNot Available
Direct ParentAlkaloids and derivatives
Alternative Parents
Substituents
  • Pyridine carboxylic acid
  • Alkaloid or derivatives
  • Pyridine carboxylic acid or derivatives
  • N-methylpyridinium
  • Pyridinium
  • Pyridine
  • Heteroaromatic compound
  • Vinylogous amide
  • Carboxylic acid salt
  • Carboxylic acid derivative
  • Carboxylic acid
  • Monocarboxylic acid or derivatives
  • Azacycle
  • Organoheterocyclic compound
  • Organic nitrogen compound
  • Organic salt
  • Hydrocarbon derivative
  • Organooxygen compound
  • Organonitrogen compound
  • Organic oxide
  • Organopnictogen compound
  • Organic oxygen compound
  • Aromatic heteromonocyclic compound
Molecular FrameworkAromatic heteromonocyclic compounds
External Descriptors
Ontology
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Physico-Chemical Properties
Physico-Chemical Properties - Experimental
PropertyValueReference
Physical stateSolid
Physical DescriptionNot Available
Mass CompositionC 61.31%; H 5.14%; N 10.21%; O 23.33%DFC
Melting PointMp 218 dec. (anhyd.)DFC
Boiling PointNot Available
Experimental Water SolubilityNot Available
Experimental logPNot Available
Experimental pKaNot Available
Isoelectric pointNot Available
ChargeNot Available
Optical RotationNot Available
Spectroscopic UV DataNot Available
DensityNot Available
Refractive IndexNot Available
Spectra
Spectra
EI-MS/GC-MS
TypeDescriptionSplash KeyView
EI-MSMass Spectrum (Electron Ionization)splash10-0pdu-9700000000-9de70f10113aec22e7f52015-03-01View Spectrum
Predicted GC-MSTrigonelline, non-derivatized, Predicted GC-MS Spectrum - 70eV, Positivesplash10-000i-9800000000-114b1e0b54ab0d6c1b04Spectrum
Predicted GC-MSTrigonelline, non-derivatized, Predicted GC-MS Spectrum - 70eV, PositiveNot AvailableSpectrum
MS/MS
TypeDescriptionSplash KeyView
MS/MSLC-MS/MS Spectrum - Quattro_QQQ 10V, Positive (Annotated)splash10-000i-2900000000-f7b3226615bd5e87f89b2012-07-24View Spectrum
MS/MSLC-MS/MS Spectrum - Quattro_QQQ 25V, Positive (Annotated)splash10-000i-1900000000-a11de5552f1c306be0df2012-07-24View Spectrum
MS/MSLC-MS/MS Spectrum - Quattro_QQQ 40V, Positive (Annotated)splash10-014i-9000000000-ee318a4f5a9d9e271a4d2012-07-24View Spectrum
MS/MSLC-MS/MS Spectrum - LC-ESI-QQ (API3000, Applied Biosystems) 10V, Positivesplash10-000i-0900000000-b68b239b6e2b1aae52162012-08-31View Spectrum
MS/MSLC-MS/MS Spectrum - LC-ESI-QQ (API3000, Applied Biosystems) 20V, Positivesplash10-000i-1900000000-4eecb45261b5714a6f192012-08-31View Spectrum
MS/MSLC-MS/MS Spectrum - LC-ESI-QQ (API3000, Applied Biosystems) 30V, Positivesplash10-0006-9200000000-1f392d4e4986779974362012-08-31View Spectrum
MS/MSLC-MS/MS Spectrum - LC-ESI-QQ (API3000, Applied Biosystems) 40V, Positivesplash10-0006-9000000000-2a8b2c8721614293a8f32012-08-31View Spectrum
MS/MSLC-MS/MS Spectrum - LC-ESI-QQ (API3000, Applied Biosystems) 50V, Positivesplash10-016u-9000000000-0dc3b09d666ea6c7af172012-08-31View Spectrum
MS/MSLC-MS/MS Spectrum - LC-ESI-QTOF (UPLC Q-Tof Premier, Waters) , Positivesplash10-000l-6900000000-0d204e6b92b9c6b643da2012-08-31View Spectrum
MS/MSLC-MS/MS Spectrum - LC-ESI-QTOF (UPLC Q-Tof Premier, Waters) 30V, Positivesplash10-0006-9100000000-d147503f87ded3d41c262012-08-31View Spectrum
MS/MSLC-MS/MS Spectrum - LC-ESI-QQ , positivesplash10-000i-0900000000-b68b239b6e2b1aae52162017-09-14View Spectrum
MS/MSLC-MS/MS Spectrum - LC-ESI-QQ , positivesplash10-000i-1900000000-4eecb45261b5714a6f192017-09-14View Spectrum
MS/MSLC-MS/MS Spectrum - LC-ESI-QQ , positivesplash10-0006-9200000000-1f392d4e4986779974362017-09-14View Spectrum
MS/MSLC-MS/MS Spectrum - LC-ESI-QQ , positivesplash10-0006-9000000000-2a8b2c8721614293a8f32017-09-14View Spectrum
MS/MSLC-MS/MS Spectrum - LC-ESI-QQ , positivesplash10-016u-9000000000-1638942a7b48eab1c7f72017-09-14View Spectrum
MS/MSLC-MS/MS Spectrum - LC-ESI-ITFT , positivesplash10-000i-0900000000-2fd573463b73045c069a2017-09-14View Spectrum
MS/MSLC-MS/MS Spectrum - LC-ESI-QTOF , positivesplash10-000l-6900000000-0d204e6b92b9c6b643da2017-09-14View Spectrum
MS/MSLC-MS/MS Spectrum - LC-ESI-QTOF , positivesplash10-0006-9100000000-d147503f87ded3d41c262017-09-14View Spectrum
MS/MSLC-MS/MS Spectrum - Linear Ion Trap , positivesplash10-014i-2900000000-821723f398418c66e6922017-09-14View Spectrum
Predicted MS/MSPredicted LC-MS/MS Spectrum - 10V, Positivesplash10-000i-0900000000-bdce44a0a273f61efb2b2017-06-28View Spectrum
Predicted MS/MSPredicted LC-MS/MS Spectrum - 20V, Positivesplash10-004r-1900000000-840b949e52853c7aa5422017-06-28View Spectrum
Predicted MS/MSPredicted LC-MS/MS Spectrum - 40V, Positivesplash10-0fk9-9500000000-71844206506e1ac6a0272017-06-28View Spectrum
Predicted MS/MSPredicted LC-MS/MS Spectrum - 10V, Negativesplash10-000i-0900000000-972c1ff182d2cbcd6c302017-06-28View Spectrum
Predicted MS/MSPredicted LC-MS/MS Spectrum - 20V, Negativesplash10-000j-8900000000-1a56824bf3a0ff0f80d02017-06-28View Spectrum
Predicted MS/MSPredicted LC-MS/MS Spectrum - 40V, Negativesplash10-00kb-9000000000-c91672f20ae7e2130b952017-06-28View Spectrum
NMR
TypeDescriptionView
1D NMR1H NMR Spectrum (1D, 600 MHz, H2O, experimental)Spectrum
1D NMR1H NMR Spectrum (1D, 400 MHz, D2O, experimental)Spectrum
1D NMR13C NMR Spectrum (1D, 25.16 MHz, D2O, experimental)Spectrum
2D NMR[1H, 1H]-TOCSY. Unexported temporarily by An Chi on Oct 15, 2021 until json or nmrML file is generated. 2D NMR Spectrum (experimental)Spectrum
2D NMR[1H, 13C]-HSQC NMR Spectrum (2D, 600 MHz, H2O, experimental)Spectrum
ChemSpider ID5369
ChEMBL IDCHEMBL350675
KEGG Compound IDC01004
Pubchem Compound ID5570
Pubchem Substance IDNot Available
ChEBI ID18123
Phenol-Explorer IDNot Available
DrugBank IDNot Available
HMDB IDHMDB00875
CRC / DFC (Dictionary of Food Compounds) IDCHH01-A:CHH01-A
EAFUS IDNot Available
Dr. Duke IDTRIGONELLINE
BIGG IDNot Available
KNApSAcK IDC00001555
HET IDNot Available
Food Biomarker OntologyNot Available
VMH IDNot Available
Flavornet IDNot Available
GoodScent IDNot Available
SuperScent IDNot Available
Wikipedia IDTrigonelline
Phenol-Explorer Metabolite IDNot Available
Duplicate IDSNot Available
Old DFC IDSNot Available
Associated Foods
FoodContent Range AverageReference
FoodReference
Biological Effects and Interactions
Health Effects / Bioactivities
DescriptorIDDefinitionReference
Anti-cancer35610 An agent that inhibits the growth and proliferation of cancer cells, used to treat and manage various types of cancer, including chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy, to reduce tumor size, prevent metastasis, and improve patient survival.DUKE
Anti hyperglycemicAn agent that lowers elevated blood glucose levels, playing a crucial biological role in regulating glucose metabolism. Therapeutically, it is used to manage hyperglycemia, with key medical applications in treating diabetes mellitus, reducing the risk of complications, and improving glycemic control.DUKE
Anti-migraine52217 An agent that alleviates migraine symptoms, commonly used to treat and prevent migraine headaches by constricting blood vessels and blocking pain pathways, providing relief from severe headaches, nausea, and sensitivity to light and sound.DUKE
Anti septic33281 An agent that prevents or reduces the growth of microorganisms, such as bacteria, fungi, or viruses, to promote wound healing and prevent infection. Therapeutically, anti septics are used to treat minor cuts, scrapes, and burns, and are commonly applied topically to reduce the risk of infection and promote tissue repair. Key medical uses include wound care, surgical site preparation, and skin infection management.DUKE
Antitumor35610 An agent that inhibits tumor growth and proliferation, playing a crucial role in cancer treatment. Therapeutically, antitumors are used to manage various types of cancer, including chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy, helping to reduce tumor size, prevent metastasis, and improve patient outcomes.DUKE
Epidermal stimulantAn agent that stimulates renewal of the epidermis, promoting skin regeneration and collagen production, used to reduce wrinkles, fine lines, and other signs of aging, with therapeutic applications in dermatology and cosmetic medicine.DUKE
HypocholesterolemicAn agent that lowers cholesterol levels in the blood, playing a crucial role in preventing cardiovascular disease. Therapeutically, it is used to manage hyperlipidemia and reduce the risk of heart disease, with key medical applications including the treatment of high cholesterol, atherosclerosis, and coronary artery disease.DUKE
Hypoglycemic35526 An agent that lowers blood glucose levels, playing a crucial role in glucose metabolism. Therapeutically, it is used to manage diabetes and insulin resistance, with key medical applications in treating type 1 and 2 diabetes, and preventing diabetic complications.DUKE
MutagenicAn agent that induces genetic mutations, altering DNA sequences. It plays a biological role in evolution and adaptation. Therapeutically, mutagenic agents are used in cancer treatment, such as chemotherapy, and in gene therapy to introduce beneficial traits. Key medical uses include oncology and genetic research.DUKE
OsmoregulatorAn organism that maintains solute balance in its body fluids, despite external concentration changes. Its biological role is to regulate osmotic pressure, with therapeutic applications in managing fluid balance disorders, and key medical uses in treating conditions like edema and dehydration.DUKE
Pesticide25944 An agent that kills or repels pests, playing a biological role in controlling insect, weed, and fungal populations. Therapeutically, pesticides have limited applications, but some are used to treat ectoparasitic infestations, such as lice and scabies. Key medical uses include topical treatments for head lice and scabies, highlighting their role in managing parasitic infections.DUKE
Tyrosine kinase inhibitorAn agent that blocks the enzymatic activity of tyrosine kinases, enzymes responsible for the activation of many proteins involved in signal transduction pathways regulating cell growth and survival. Therapeutically, tyrosine kinase inhibitors are widely used in the treatment of various cancers and proliferative diseases, by halting aberrant signaling that drives tumor progression and pathological tissue remodeling.DUKE
EnzymesNot Available
PathwaysNot Available
MetabolismNot Available
BiosynthesisNot Available
Organoleptic Properties
FlavoursNot Available
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References
Synthesis ReferenceNot Available
General ReferenceNot Available
Content Reference— Duke, James. 'Dr. Duke's Phytochemical and Ethnobotanical Databases. United States Department of Agriculture.' Agricultural Research Service, Accessed April 27 (2004).
— Shinbo, Y., et al. 'KNApSAcK: a comprehensive species-metabolite relationship database.' Plant Metabolomics. Springer Berlin Heidelberg, 2006. 165-181.