(6-Chloropyridin-3-yl)methanol
Also known as: 2-Chloro-5-(hydroxymethyl)pyridine, 2-Chloro-5-pyridinemethanol, 6-Chloro-3-pyridinemethanol, 6-Chloro-3-(hydroxymethyl)pyridine, 2-Chloro-5-hydroxymethylpyridine, (6-Chloro-3-pyridinyl)methanol, 6-Chloropyridine-3-methanol
(6-Chloropyridin-3-yl)methanol (CAS 21543-49-7) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H6ClNO and a molecular weight of 143.571 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 51-54 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 276.7±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 121.2±23.2 °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.
- 21543-49-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-1403014-9
- Molecular Formula
- C6H6ClNO
- Molecular Weight
- 143.571 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 51-54 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 276.7±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 121.2±23.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 143.013794 |
| PSA | 33.12000 |
| LogP | 0.21 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.572 |
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 (6-Chloropyridin-3-yl)methanol?
The CAS number of (6-Chloropyridin-3-yl)methanol is 21543-49-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (6-Chloropyridin-3-yl)methanol?
(6-Chloropyridin-3-yl)methanol has molecular formula C6H6ClNO and molecular weight 143.571 g/mol.
Is (6-Chloropyridin-3-yl)methanol hazardous?
(6-Chloropyridin-3-yl)methanol 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 (6-Chloropyridin-3-yl)methanol?
For (6-Chloropyridin-3-yl)methanol, Upstream Products: Methyl 6-chloronicotinate, Ethyl 6-chloronicotinate, 6-Chloronicotinic acid; Downstream Products: 2-Chloropyridine-5-acetonitrile, (6-(1H-pyrazol-1-yl)pyridin-3-yl)methanol, 2-Chloro-5-chloromethylpyridine.
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