Biotransformations of γ-Picoline in the Rat

γ-Picoline (4-methylpyridine) is used as the starting material in the manufacture of isonicotinic acid and derivatives like isoniazid, in waterproofing agents for fabrics, and as solvent for resins. In spite of its use in large quantities, the toxicity and biotransformations of y-picoline have not been thoroughly studied. The objective of the present work was to investigate the biotransformations of γ-picoline in the rat.