Methyl 6-chloronicotinate
Also known as: methyl 6-chloropyridine-3-carboxylate, 6-chloronicotinic acid methyl ester, methyl 6-chloro-3-pyridinecarboxylate, 6-chloro-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid methyl ester, methyl 2-chloropyridine-5-carboxylate, methyl 6-chloro-3-picolinate, 3-pyridinecarboxylic acid, 6-chloro-, methyl ester
Methyl 6-chloronicotinate (CAS 73781-91-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H6ClNO2 and a molecular weight of 171.581 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 86-90 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 231.8±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 94.0±21.8 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 73781-91-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-1112552-3
- Molecular Formula
- C7H6ClNO2
- Molecular Weight
- 171.581 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 86-90 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 231.8±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 94.0±21.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 171.008713 |
| PSA | 39.19000 |
| LogP | 1.52 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.1±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.531 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2933399090 |
|---|---|
| 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 Methyl 6-chloronicotinate?
The CAS number of Methyl 6-chloronicotinate is 73781-91-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 6-chloronicotinate?
Methyl 6-chloronicotinate has molecular formula C7H6ClNO2 and molecular weight 171.581 g/mol.
Is Methyl 6-chloronicotinate hazardous?
Methyl 6-chloronicotinate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 6-chloronicotinate?
For Methyl 6-chloronicotinate, Upstream Products: Methanol, 6-Chloronicotinic acid, iodomethane; Downstream Products: Methyl 6-(1H-pyrazol-1-yl)pyridine-3-carboxylate, 2-Chloropyridine-5-acetonitrile, 6-Phenoxynicotinic Acid.
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