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1-(2-Methylpyridin-3-yl)ethan-1-one

Also known as: 1-(2-Methyl-3-pyridinyl)-Ethanone, 1-(2-Methyl-3-pyridinyl)ethanone, 1-(2-Methyl-3-pyridyl)ethanone, 1-(2-Methylpyridin-3-yl)ethanone, 2-methyl-3-acetylpyridine, 3-Acetyl-2-methylpyridine, 3-Acetyl-2-picoline, Ethanone, 1-(2-methyl-3-pyridinyl)-

1-(2-Methylpyridin-3-yl)ethan-1-one (CAS 1721-12-6) 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 melting point of 30-31°C, a boiling point of 226.4±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 96.0±29.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
1721-12-6
Jingsj CID
J-1428585-9
Molecular Formula
C8H9NO
Molecular Weight
135.163 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point30-31°C
Boiling Point226.4±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point96.0±29.2 °C
Exact Mass135.068420
PSA29.96000
LogP0.93
Vapor Pressure0.1±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-(2-Methylpyridin-3-yl)ethan-1-one?

The CAS number of 1-(2-Methylpyridin-3-yl)ethan-1-one is 1721-12-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-(2-Methylpyridin-3-yl)ethan-1-one?

1-(2-Methylpyridin-3-yl)ethan-1-one has molecular formula C8H9NO and molecular weight 135.163 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1-(2-Methylpyridin-3-yl)ethan-1-one?

For 1-(2-Methylpyridin-3-yl)ethan-1-one, Upstream Products: Acrolein, 2,4-Pentanedione, 3-Bromo-5-methylpyridine; Downstream Products: (2-Methyl-3-pyridinyl)acetonitrile.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "1-(2-Methylpyridin-3-yl)ethan-1-one (CAS 1721-12-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1428585-9 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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