3-Hydroxypicolinic acid
Also known as: 2-Carboxy-3-hydroxypyridine, 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 3-hydroxy-, 3-HPA, 3-Hydroxy-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid, 3-Hydroxy-2-carboxypyridine, 3-Hydroxypyridine-2-carboxylic acid, 3-hydroxy-picolinic acid, 3-hydroxy-pyridine-2-carboxylic acid, hydroxypicolinic acid, RARECHEM AL BO 0972, TIMTEC-BB SBB006727, MFCD00006294
3-Hydroxypicolinic acid (CAS 874-24-8) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H5NO3 and a molecular weight of 139.109 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 213-218 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 451.1±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 226.6±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.
- 874-24-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-14656-5
- Molecular Formula
- C6H5NO3
- Molecular Weight
- 139.109 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 213-218 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 451.1±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 226.6±24.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 139.026947 |
| PSA | 70.42000 |
| LogP | 0.72 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.626 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Tang K, et al. Picolinic acid as a matrix for laser mass spectrometry of nucleic acids and proteins. Rapid Commun Mass Spectrom. 1994 Sep;8(9):673-7. |
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 3-Hydroxypicolinic acid?
The CAS number of 3-Hydroxypicolinic acid is 874-24-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Hydroxypicolinic acid?
3-Hydroxypicolinic acid has molecular formula C6H5NO3 and molecular weight 139.109 g/mol.
Is 3-Hydroxypicolinic acid hazardous?
3-Hydroxypicolinic 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 3-Hydroxypicolinic acid?
For 3-Hydroxypicolinic acid, Upstream Products: Ethyl 3-aminopyridine-2-carboxylate, 3-Aminopicolinic acid, 2-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde; Downstream Products: ethyl 3-(2-ethoxy-2-oxoethoxy)picolinate, Ethyl 3-hydroxyfuro[3,2-b]pyridine-2-carboxylate, 3-Methylfuro[3,2-b]pyridine-2-carboxylic acid.
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