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6-Chloronicotinamide

Also known as: 6-Chloropyridine-3-carboxamide, 2-Chloropyridine-5-carboxamide, 3-Carbamoyl-6-chloropyridine, 6-Chloro-3-pyridinecarboxamide, NSC 37821, EINECS 228-456-8, MFCD00006242

6-Chloronicotinamide (CAS 6271-78-9) is a compound in the Organic Bases category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H5ClN2O and a molecular weight of 156.570 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 210-212 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 331.0±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 154.0±23.7 °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.
6271-78-9
Jingsj CID
J-1112515-8
Molecular Formula
C6H5ClN2O
Molecular Weight
156.570 g/mol
Category
Organic Bases
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point210-212 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point331.0±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point154.0±23.7 °C
Exact Mass156.009033
PSA55.98000
LogP0.74
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.589

GHS Safety & Compliance

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

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 6-Chloronicotinamide?

The CAS number of 6-Chloronicotinamide is 6271-78-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 6-Chloronicotinamide?

6-Chloronicotinamide has molecular formula C6H5ClN2O and molecular weight 156.570 g/mol.

Is 6-Chloronicotinamide hazardous?

6-Chloronicotinamide 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 6-Chloronicotinamide?

For 6-Chloronicotinamide, Upstream Products: 6-Chloronicotinoyl chloride, 6-Chloronicotinic acid, 6-Hydroxynicotinic acid; Downstream Products: 6-Aminonicotinic acid, 6-Chloronicotinonitrile, 6-Aminonicotinamide.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "6-Chloronicotinamide (CAS 6271-78-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1112515-8 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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