2-Hydroxy-5-methyl-3-nitropyridine
Also known as: 6-methyl-3-nitropyridin-2-ol, 5-methyl-3-nitropyridin-2-ol, 5-methyl-3-nitro-2(1H)-pyridinone, 2-hydroxy-3-nitro-5-picoline, 2-hydroxy-6-methyl-3-nitropyridine, 6-methyl-3-nitro-2(1H)-pyridinone, 5-methyl-3-nitro-1H-pyridin-2-one, 3-(nitro)-5-methylpyridin-2-ol, MFCD02070021
2-Hydroxy-5-methyl-3-nitropyridine (CAS 7464-14-4) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H6N2O3 and a molecular weight of 154.123 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 179 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 334.2±37.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 155.9±26.5 °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.
- 7464-14-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-1309165-1
- Molecular Formula
- C6H6N2O3
- Molecular Weight
- 154.123 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 179 °C (dec.)(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 334.2±37.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 155.9±26.5 °C |
| Exact Mass | 154.037842 |
| PSA | 78.94000 |
| LogP | 0.15 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.605 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory 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 2-Hydroxy-5-methyl-3-nitropyridine?
The CAS number of 2-Hydroxy-5-methyl-3-nitropyridine is 7464-14-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Hydroxy-5-methyl-3-nitropyridine?
2-Hydroxy-5-methyl-3-nitropyridine has molecular formula C6H6N2O3 and molecular weight 154.123 g/mol.
Is 2-Hydroxy-5-methyl-3-nitropyridine hazardous?
2-Hydroxy-5-methyl-3-nitropyridine 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 2-Hydroxy-5-methyl-3-nitropyridine?
For 2-Hydroxy-5-methyl-3-nitropyridine, Upstream Products: 2-Amino-5-methylpyridine, 5-Methyl-2(1H)-pyridinone; Downstream Products: 2-Methoxy-5-methyl-3-nitropyridine, 2-Hydrazinyl-5-methyl-3-nitropyridine, 3-Amino-5-methylpyridin-2(1H)-one.
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