5-Aminopyridine-2-carboxylic acid
Also known as: 5-Aminopicolinic acid, 5-Amino-2-picolinic acid, 5-Amino-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid, 5-Amino-2-carboxypyridine, 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 5-amino-
5-Aminopyridine-2-carboxylic acid (CAS 24242-20-4) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H6N2O2 and a molecular weight of 138.124 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 222-223, a boiling point of 420.8±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 208.3±24.6 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 24242-20-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-1368648-1
- Molecular Formula
- C6H6N2O2
- Molecular Weight
- 138.124 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 222-223 |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 420.8±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 208.3±24.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 138.042923 |
| PSA | 76.21000 |
| LogP | -0.62 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.649 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- 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 5-Aminopyridine-2-carboxylic acid?
The CAS number of 5-Aminopyridine-2-carboxylic acid is 24242-20-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Aminopyridine-2-carboxylic acid?
5-Aminopyridine-2-carboxylic acid has molecular formula C6H6N2O2 and molecular weight 138.124 g/mol.
Is 5-Aminopyridine-2-carboxylic acid hazardous?
5-Aminopyridine-2-carboxylic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 5-Aminopyridine-2-carboxylic acid?
For 5-Aminopyridine-2-carboxylic acid, Upstream Products: 3-Amino-6-cyanopyridine, 5-Nitro-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid, 2-Bromo-5-nitropyridine; Downstream Products: 5-Iodopyridine-2-carboxylic acid, 5-Bromo-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid, 5-Methoxy-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid.
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