Coniine, a naturally occurring alkaloid found in the Conium maculatum plant, commonly known as poison hemlock, is a toxic chemical compound with neurotoxic properties. It primarily affects the central nervous system by inhibiting the function of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter responsible for muscle contraction and nerve impulse transmission. Coniine's toxicity can lead to symptoms such as muscle paralysis, respiratory failure, and ultimately death if not treated promptly. Due to its poisonous nature, coniine has been historically used as a rodenticide and pesticide, but its use has been largely discontinued in favor of safer alternatives.
The CAS Registry Mumber 468-41-7 includes 6 digits separated into 3 groups by hyphens. The first part of the number,starting from the left, has 3 digits, 4,6 and 8 respectively; the second part has 2 digits, 4 and 1 respectively. Calculate Digit Verification of CAS Registry Number 468-41: (5*4)+(4*6)+(3*8)+(2*4)+(1*1)=77 77 % 10 = 7 So 468-41-7 is a valid CAS Registry Number.