Methyl 2-chloro-6-methylpyridine-4-carboxylate

2-氯-6-甲基异烟酸甲酯

Also known as: Methyl 2-chloro-6-methylisonicotinate, 2-Chloro-6-methylisonicotinic acid methyl ester, 2-Chloro-6-methylpyridine-4-carboxylic acid methyl ester, 2-Chloro-6-picoline-4-carboxylic acid methyl ester, Methyl 2-chloro-6-picoline-4-carboxylate, 4-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 2-chloro-6-methyl-, methyl ester

Methyl 2-chloro-6-methylpyridine-4-carboxylate (CAS 3998-90-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8ClNO2 and a molecular weight of 185.608 g/mol. It is also known as Methyl 2-chloro-6-methylisonicotinate, 2-Chloro-6-methylisonicotinic acid methyl ester and 2-Chloro-6-methylpyridine-4-carboxylic acid methyl ester. Key properties include a melting point of 58-62ºC, a boiling point of 270.7±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 117.5±25.9 °C. GHS signal word: Danger. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
3998-90-1
Jingsj CID
J-1496967-2
Molecular Formula
C8H8ClNO2
Chinese Name
2-氯-6-甲基异烟酸甲酯
Molecular Weight
185.608 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point58-62ºC
Boiling Point270.7±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point117.5±25.9 °C

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / IrritantSignal word: Danger

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl 2-chloro-6-methylpyridine-4-carboxylate?

The CAS number of Methyl 2-chloro-6-methylpyridine-4-carboxylate is 3998-90-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 2-chloro-6-methylpyridine-4-carboxylate?

Methyl 2-chloro-6-methylpyridine-4-carboxylate has molecular formula C8H8ClNO2 and molecular weight 185.608 g/mol.

Is Methyl 2-chloro-6-methylpyridine-4-carboxylate hazardous?

Methyl 2-chloro-6-methylpyridine-4-carboxylate has GHS signal word Danger.

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