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1-(6-Methylpyridin-2-yl)ethanone

Also known as: 2-Acetyl-6-methylpyridine, 6-Acetyl-2-methylpyridine, 6-Acetyl-2-picoline, 6-Methyl-2-acetylpyridine, Ethanone, 1-(6-methyl-2-pyridinyl)-, Ketone, methyl 6-methyl-2-pyridyl, MFCD06658293, 1-(6-Methyl-2-pyridinyl)ethanone, 1-(6-Methylpyridin-2-yl)ethan-1-one

1-(6-Methylpyridin-2-yl)ethanone (CAS 6940-57-4) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H9NO and a molecular weight of 135.163 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 208.9±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 84.3±29.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
6940-57-4
Jingsj CID
J-1343279-6
Molecular Formula
C8H9NO
Molecular Weight
135.163 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point208.9±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point84.3±29.2 °C
Exact Mass135.068420
PSA29.96000
LogP1.33
Vapor Pressure0.2±0.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.513

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 1-(6-Methylpyridin-2-yl)ethanone?

The CAS number of 1-(6-Methylpyridin-2-yl)ethanone is 6940-57-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-(6-Methylpyridin-2-yl)ethanone?

1-(6-Methylpyridin-2-yl)ethanone has molecular formula C8H9NO and molecular weight 135.163 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1-(6-Methylpyridin-2-yl)ethanone?

For 1-(6-Methylpyridin-2-yl)ethanone, Upstream Products: Oxalyl chloride, 2-Bromo-6-methylpyridine, N,N-Dimethylacetamide; Downstream Products: 1-(6-methylpyridin-2-yl)ethanamine.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "1-(6-Methylpyridin-2-yl)ethanone (CAS 6940-57-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1343279-6 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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