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Dipicolinic acid

Also known as: 2,6-Pyridinedicarboxylic acid, Pyridine-2,6-dicarboxylic acid, 2,6-Dicarboxypyridine, 2,6-Dipicolinic acid, DPA, 2,6-Pyridine dicarboxylic acid, 2,6-pyridinecarboxylic acid, T6NJ BVQ FVQ

Dipicolinic acid (CAS 499-83-2) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H5NO4 and a molecular weight of 167.119 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 248-250 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 463.7±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 234.3±24.6 °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.
499-83-2
Jingsj CID
J-1375596-6
Molecular Formula
C7H5NO4
Molecular Weight
167.119 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point248-250 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling Point463.7±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.6±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point234.3±24.6 °C
Exact Mass167.021851
PSA87.49000
LogP-0.83
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.2 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.628
Additional Property5 g/L (20 ºC)

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 Dipicolinic acid?

The CAS number of Dipicolinic acid is 499-83-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Dipicolinic acid?

Dipicolinic acid has molecular formula C7H5NO4 and molecular weight 167.119 g/mol.

Is Dipicolinic acid hazardous?

Dipicolinic 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 Dipicolinic acid?

For Dipicolinic acid, Upstream Products: 2,6-Dimethylpyridine, 6-Methyl-2-pyridinecarboxaldehyde, 2,6-Diiodopyridine; Downstream Products: 2,6-bis(trifluoromethyl)pyridine, 2,6-Pyridinedicarboxaldehyde, [6-(bromomethyl)pyridin-2-yl]methanol.

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