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2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)pyridine

Also known as: 2-Pyridineethanol, 2-(2-Pyridyl)ethanol, 2-Pyridylethanol, Pyridine-2-ethanol, 2-(Pyridin-2-yl)ethanol, 2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)pyridine

2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)pyridine (CAS 103-74-2) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H9NO and a molecular weight of 123.152 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -8--7°C, a boiling point of 240.6±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 92.8±0.0 °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.
103-74-2
Jingsj CID
J-1497845-1
Molecular Formula
C7H9NO
Molecular Weight
123.152 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-8--7°C
Boiling Point240.6±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point92.8±0.0 °C
Exact Mass123.068413
PSA33.12000
LogP-0.13
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.540
Additional Propertysoluble

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 2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)pyridine?

The CAS number of 2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)pyridine is 103-74-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)pyridine?

2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)pyridine has molecular formula C7H9NO and molecular weight 123.152 g/mol.

Is 2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)pyridine hazardous?

2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)pyridine 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 2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)pyridine?

For 2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)pyridine, Upstream Products: 2-Methylpyridine, 1H-Benzotriazole-1-methanol, Formaldehyde; Downstream Products: 2-Cyanoethylpyridine, 2-(2-Bromoethyl)pyridine, 2-Picolinic acid.

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