(4-Methoxypyridin-2-yl)methanol

(4-甲氧基吡啶-2-基)甲醇

Also known as: (4-Methoxy-pyridin-2-yl)-methanol, 4-methoxy-2-pyridinemethanol, 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-4-methoxypyridine, (4-Methoxy-2-pyridinyl)methanol, 4-Methoxy-2-hydroxymethylpyridine

(4-Methoxypyridin-2-yl)methanol (CAS 16665-38-6) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H9NO2 and a molecular weight of 139.152 g/mol. It is also known as (4-Methoxy-pyridin-2-yl)-methanol, 4-methoxy-2-pyridinemethanol and 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-4-methoxypyridine. Key properties include a melting point of 69-70ºC, a boiling point of 261.6±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 112.0±23.2 °C. GHS signal word: Warning. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
16665-38-6
Jingsj CID
J-1500323-4
Molecular Formula
C7H9NO2
Chinese Name
(4-甲氧基吡啶-2-基)甲醇
Molecular Weight
139.152 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point69-70ºC
Boiling Point261.6±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point112.0±23.2 °C

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (4-Methoxypyridin-2-yl)methanol?

The CAS number of (4-Methoxypyridin-2-yl)methanol is 16665-38-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (4-Methoxypyridin-2-yl)methanol?

(4-Methoxypyridin-2-yl)methanol has molecular formula C7H9NO2 and molecular weight 139.152 g/mol.

Is (4-Methoxypyridin-2-yl)methanol hazardous?

(4-Methoxypyridin-2-yl)methanol has GHS signal word Warning.

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