Methyl 3-methylpyridine-2-carboxylate
Also known as: Methyl 3-methylpicolinate, Methyl 3-methyl-2-pyridinecarboxylate, 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 3-methyl-, methyl ester, 3-Methylpicolinic acid, methyl ester, 3-Methyl-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid methyl ester
Methyl 3-methylpyridine-2-carboxylate (CAS 59718-84-2) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H9NO2 and a molecular weight of 151.163 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 241.1±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 99.6±21.8 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H318 — Causes serious eye damage and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 59718-84-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-1502387-7
- Molecular Formula
- C8H9NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 151.163 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 241.1±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 99.6±21.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 151.063324 |
| PSA | 39.19000 |
| LogP | 0.96 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.510 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
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 Methyl 3-methylpyridine-2-carboxylate?
The CAS number of Methyl 3-methylpyridine-2-carboxylate is 59718-84-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 3-methylpyridine-2-carboxylate?
Methyl 3-methylpyridine-2-carboxylate has molecular formula C8H9NO2 and molecular weight 151.163 g/mol.
Is Methyl 3-methylpyridine-2-carboxylate hazardous?
Methyl 3-methylpyridine-2-carboxylate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H318 — Causes serious eye damage; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 3-methylpyridine-2-carboxylate?
For Methyl 3-methylpyridine-2-carboxylate, Upstream Products: Methanol, 3-Methylpyridine-2-carboxylic acid, Tetramethyltin; Downstream Products: Methyl 6-chloro-3-methylpyridine-2-carboxylate, Methyl 3-methyl-2-pyridinecarboxylate 1-oxide.
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