2-(Hydroxymethyl)pyridine
Also known as: 2-Pyridinemethanol, 2-Pyridylcarbinol, 2-Picolyl alcohol, 2-Pyridinylmethanol, α-Picolyl alcohol, ω-Hydroxy-2-picoline, Pyridine-2-carbinol, Piconol, 2-HMP
2-(Hydroxymethyl)pyridine (CAS 586-98-1) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H7NO and a molecular weight of 109.126 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 5 °C, a boiling point of 222.6±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 81.7±20.4 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 586-98-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-1047745-8
- Molecular Formula
- C6H7NO
- Molecular Weight
- 109.126 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 5 °C |
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| Boiling Point | 222.6±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 81.7±20.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 109.052765 |
| PSA | 33.12000 |
| LogP | -0.46 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.1±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.551 |
| Additional Property | miscible |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Kim DS, et al. Hydroesterification of alkenes with sodium formate and alcohols promoted by cooperative catalysis of Ru3(CO)12 and 2-pyridinemethanol. J Org Chem. 2014 Dec 19;79(24):12191-6. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2933399090 |
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| Summary | 2933399090. 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 2-(Hydroxymethyl)pyridine?
The CAS number of 2-(Hydroxymethyl)pyridine is 586-98-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(Hydroxymethyl)pyridine?
2-(Hydroxymethyl)pyridine has molecular formula C6H7NO and molecular weight 109.126 g/mol.
Is 2-(Hydroxymethyl)pyridine hazardous?
2-(Hydroxymethyl)pyridine has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-(Hydroxymethyl)pyridine?
For 2-(Hydroxymethyl)pyridine, Upstream Products: 5-Bromopyridine-2-carbaldehyde, 2-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, 2-Picolylamine; Downstream Products: 3-Chloro-4-(pyridin-2-ylmethoxy)aniline, 1-(Pyridin-2-ylmethyl)piperazine, 2-Cyanoethylpyridine.
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