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(5-ethylpyridin-2-yl)methanol

Also known as: 2-Hydroxymethyl-5-ethyl-pyridin, 2-Pyridinemethanol, 5-ethyl-, 5-Ethyl-2-pyridinemethanol, 5-ethyl-2-hydroxymethylpyridine, (5-ethyl-2-pyridinyl)methanol, 2-hydroxymethyl-5-ethyl pyridine

(5-ethylpyridin-2-yl)methanol (CAS 768-61-6) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H11NO and a molecular weight of 137.17900 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 249.3ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.061g/cm3 and a flash point of 104.6ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
768-61-6
Jingsj CID
J-1143865-6
Molecular Formula
C8H11NO
Molecular Weight
137.17900 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point249.3ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.061g/cm3
Flash Point104.6ºC
Exact Mass137.08400
PSA33.12000
LogP1.13630
Refractive Index1.536

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 (5-ethylpyridin-2-yl)methanol?

The CAS number of (5-ethylpyridin-2-yl)methanol is 768-61-6.

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

(5-ethylpyridin-2-yl)methanol has molecular formula C8H11NO and molecular weight 137.17900 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of (5-ethylpyridin-2-yl)methanol?

For (5-ethylpyridin-2-yl)methanol, Downstream Products: 5-Ethyl-2-vinylpyridine, Hydroxy Pioglitazone (M-II) (Mixture of Diastereomers).

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How to cite: Jingsj. "(5-ethylpyridin-2-yl)methanol (CAS 768-61-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1143865-6 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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