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2,6-Dichloro-3-(hydroxymethyl)pyridine

Also known as: (2,6-Dichloro-3-pyridinyl)methanol, (2,6-Dichloropyridin-3-yl)methanol, 2,6-Dichloro-3-pyridinemethanol, 2,6-Dichloropyridine-3-methanol, 3-Pyridinemethanol, 2,6-dichloro-

2,6-Dichloro-3-(hydroxymethyl)pyridine (CAS 55304-90-0) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H5Cl2NO and a molecular weight of 178.01600 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 67-69ºC, a boiling point of 311.641ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.479 g/cm3 and a flash point of 142.276ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
55304-90-0
Jingsj CID
J-1151901-0
Molecular Formula
C6H5Cl2NO
Molecular Weight
178.01600 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point67-69ºC
Boiling Point311.641ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.479 g/cm3
Flash Point142.276ºC
Exact Mass176.97500
PSA33.12000
LogP1.88070

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 2,6-Dichloro-3-(hydroxymethyl)pyridine?

The CAS number of 2,6-Dichloro-3-(hydroxymethyl)pyridine is 55304-90-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,6-Dichloro-3-(hydroxymethyl)pyridine?

2,6-Dichloro-3-(hydroxymethyl)pyridine has molecular formula C6H5Cl2NO and molecular weight 178.01600 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2,6-Dichloro-3-(hydroxymethyl)pyridine?

For 2,6-Dichloro-3-(hydroxymethyl)pyridine, Upstream Products: 2,6-Dichloronicotinic acid, 2,6-Dichloropyridine-3-carbaldehyde, 2,6-dichloropyridine-3-carbonyl chloride; Downstream Products: 2,6-Dichloropyridine-3-carbaldehyde, 2,6-Dichloro-3-(chloromethyl)pyridine.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2,6-Dichloro-3-(hydroxymethyl)pyridine (CAS 55304-90-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1151901-0 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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