Methyl 5-acetylnicotinate

5-乙酰基烟酸甲酯

Also known as: 5-acetylnicotinic acid methyl ester, methyl 5-acetylpyridine-3-carboxylate, 5-acetyl-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid methyl ester, 3-pyridinecarboxylic acid, 5-acetyl-, methyl ester, 3-acetyl-5-carbomethoxypyridine, 5-acetyl-nicotinic acid methyl ester

Methyl 5-acetylnicotinate (CAS 38940-61-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H9NO3 and a molecular weight of 179.173 g/mol. It is also known as 5-acetylnicotinic acid methyl ester, methyl 5-acetylpyridine-3-carboxylate and 5-acetyl-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid methyl ester. Key properties include a boiling point of 312.7±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 142.9±23.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
38940-61-3
Jingsj CID
J-1085173-5
Molecular Formula
C9H9NO3
Chinese Name
5-乙酰基烟酸甲酯
Molecular Weight
179.173 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point312.7±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point142.9±23.7 °C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl 5-acetylnicotinate?

The CAS number of Methyl 5-acetylnicotinate is 38940-61-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 5-acetylnicotinate?

Methyl 5-acetylnicotinate has molecular formula C9H9NO3 and molecular weight 179.173 g/mol.

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