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5-chloro-2(1H)-pyridinone

Also known as: 5-chloro-2-hydroxypyridine, 5-chloro-2-pyridinol, 5-chloropyridin-2(1H)-one, 5-chloro-1H-pyridin-2-one, 5-chloro-2-pyridone, 2-hydroxy-5-chloropyridine

5-chloro-2(1H)-pyridinone (CAS 4214-79-3) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H4ClNO and a molecular weight of 129.54 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 163-165 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 311.0±22.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 141.9±22.3 °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.
4214-79-3
Jingsj CID
J-1042572-6
Molecular Formula
C5H4ClNO
Molecular Weight
129.54 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point163-165 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point311.0±22.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point141.9±22.3 °C
Exact Mass128.998138
PSA33.12000
LogP0.55
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.584

GHS Safety & Compliance

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 5-chloro-2(1H)-pyridinone?

The CAS number of 5-chloro-2(1H)-pyridinone is 4214-79-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-chloro-2(1H)-pyridinone?

5-chloro-2(1H)-pyridinone has molecular formula C5H4ClNO and molecular weight 129.54 g/mol.

Is 5-chloro-2(1H)-pyridinone hazardous?

5-chloro-2(1H)-pyridinone has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 5-chloro-2(1H)-pyridinone?

For 5-chloro-2(1H)-pyridinone, Upstream Products: 2(1H)-Pyridone, 2-Amino-5-chloropyridine, Ethanol; Downstream Products: 2-Bromo-5-chloropyridine, 1-(5-Chloropyridin-2-yl)piperazine, 2,5-Dichloropyridine.

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