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4-Methylnicotinic acid

Also known as: 4-Methyl-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid, 4-Methylpyridine-3-carboxylic acid, 4-Methyl-nicotinic acid, 4-Methyl-nicotinsaeure, NSC22592, AKOS BBS-00002964, IFLAB-BB F1957-0023, MFCD00128869, RARECHEM AL BO 2391

4-Methylnicotinic acid (CAS 3222-50-2) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H7NO2 and a molecular weight of 137.136 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 217-221ºC, a boiling point of 304.1±22.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 137.7±22.3 °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.
3222-50-2
Jingsj CID
J-1306753-3
Molecular Formula
C7H7NO2
Molecular Weight
137.136 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point217-221ºC
Boiling Point304.1±22.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point137.7±22.3 °C
Exact Mass137.047684
PSA50.19000
LogP0.61
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.561

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 4-Methylnicotinic acid?

The CAS number of 4-Methylnicotinic acid is 3222-50-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Methylnicotinic acid?

4-Methylnicotinic acid has molecular formula C7H7NO2 and molecular weight 137.136 g/mol.

Is 4-Methylnicotinic acid hazardous?

4-Methylnicotinic acid 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 4-Methylnicotinic acid?

For 4-Methylnicotinic acid, Upstream Products: Methyl 4-methylnicotinate, 3-Cyano-4-methylpyridine, 3-Bromo-4-methylpyridine; Downstream Products: (4-Methylpyridin-3-yl)methanol, 3,4-Pyridinedicarboxylic acid, 3-Amino-4-methylpyridine.

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