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Description of key information

Pyridine and its methyl derivatives are rapidly absorbed and distributed to the body water component.  They are metabolized in the liver and eliminated in the urine.  There is a low risk of bioaccumulation

Key value for chemical safety assessment

Bioaccumulation potential:
low bioaccumulation potential
Absorption rate - oral (%):
100
Absorption rate - dermal (%):
100
Absorption rate - inhalation (%):
100

Additional information

Pyridine and its methyl derivatives are absorbed during inhalation, oral and dermal exposures. They are distributed into the body water compartment as evidenced by the finding of the highest levels in the kidney and being eliminated primarily in the urine. Pyridine and its derivatives are metabolised by CYP enzymes in the liver, with primary metabolites being pyridine-N-oxide, 2-pyridone, 4-pyridone, 3-hydroxypyridine, and N-methyl pyridinium ion. These substances have a low risk of bioaccumulating in body fat or milk.