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Picolinamide

Also known as: Pyridine-2-carboxamide, 2-Picolinamide, 2-Pyridinecarboxamide, Picolinic acid amide, alpha-Picolinic acid amide, Picolinoylamide

Picolinamide (CAS 1452-77-3) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H6N2O and a molecular weight of 122.125 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 110 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 257.7±32.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 109.7±25.1 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
1452-77-3
Jingsj CID
J-1033327-9
Molecular Formula
C6H6N2O
Molecular Weight
122.125 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point110 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling Point257.7±32.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point109.7±25.1 °C
Exact Mass122.048012
PSA55.98000
LogP-0.24
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.590

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Activity & Biological Data

TargetPoly(ADP-ribose) synthetase[1]
Additional Information[1]. Campbell PI, et al. Specific inhibition of rat renal Na+/phosphate cotransport by picolinamide. J Pharmacol Exp Ther. 1989 Oct;251(1):188-92. [2]. Uchigata Y, et al. Protection by superoxide dismutase, catalase, and poly(ADP-ribose) synthetase inhibitors against alloxan- and streptozotocin-induced islet DNA strand breaks and against the inhibition of proinsulin synthesis. J Biol Chem. 1982 Jun 10;257(11):6084-8. [3]. Yamamoto H, et al. Protection by picolinamide, a novel inhibitor of poly (ADP-ribose) synthetase, against both streptozotocin-induced depression of proinsulin synthesis and reduction of NAD content in pancreatic islets. Biochem Biophys Res Commun. 1980 Jul 16;95(1):474-81. [4]. amagami T, et al. Induction of rat pancreatic B-cell tumors by the combined administration of streptozotocin or alloxan and poly(adenosine diphosphate ribose) synthetase inhibitors. Cancer Res. 1985 Apr;45(4):1845-9.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2933399090
Summary2933399090. other compounds containing an unfused pyridine ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Picolinamide?

The CAS number of Picolinamide is 1452-77-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Picolinamide?

Picolinamide has molecular formula C6H6N2O and molecular weight 122.125 g/mol.

Is Picolinamide hazardous?

Picolinamide has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

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