(5-methylpyridin-2-yl)methanol

(5-甲基吡啶-2-基)甲醇

Also known as: 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-methylpyridine, 2-Pyridinemethanol, 5-methyl-, 5-methyl-2-Pyridinemethanol, 5-methyl-2-pyridylcarbinol, (5-Methyl-2-pyridinyl)methanol, (5-Methylpyridin-2-yl)methanol

(5-methylpyridin-2-yl)methanol (CAS 22940-71-2) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H9NO and a molecular weight of 123.152 g/mol. It is also known as 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-methylpyridine, 2-Pyridinemethanol, 5-methyl- and 5-methyl-2-Pyridinemethanol. Key properties include a boiling point of 233.5±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 95.0±23.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
22940-71-2
Jingsj CID
J-1075385-9
Molecular Formula
C7H9NO
Chinese Name
(5-甲基吡啶-2-基)甲醇
Molecular Weight
123.152 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point233.5±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point95.0±23.2 °C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (5-methylpyridin-2-yl)methanol?

The CAS number of (5-methylpyridin-2-yl)methanol is 22940-71-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (5-methylpyridin-2-yl)methanol?

(5-methylpyridin-2-yl)methanol has molecular formula C7H9NO and molecular weight 123.152 g/mol.

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