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Tris(2-pyridylmethyl)amine

Also known as: TPMA, Tripicolylamine, 1-pyridin-2-yl-N,N-bis(pyridin-2-ylmethyl)methanamine, 2-Pyridinemethanamine, N,N-bis(2-pyridinylmethyl)-, N,N,N-Tris(2-pyridinylmethyl)amine, tri(2-pyridylmethyl)amine, tris-(2-pyridylmethyl)amine, tris[(pyridin-2-yl)methyl]amine

Tris(2-pyridylmethyl)amine (CAS 16858-01-8) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C18H18N4 and a molecular weight of 290.362 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 85-89ºC, a boiling point of 409.8±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 201.6±27.3 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
16858-01-8
Jingsj CID
J-1507574-9
Molecular Formula
C18H18N4
Molecular Weight
290.362 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point85-89ºC
Boiling Point409.8±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point201.6±27.3 °C
Exact Mass290.153137
PSA41.91000
LogP1.19
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.625

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Tris(2-pyridylmethyl)amine?

The CAS number of Tris(2-pyridylmethyl)amine is 16858-01-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Tris(2-pyridylmethyl)amine?

Tris(2-pyridylmethyl)amine has molecular formula C18H18N4 and molecular weight 290.362 g/mol.

Is Tris(2-pyridylmethyl)amine hazardous?

Tris(2-pyridylmethyl)amine has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Tris(2-pyridylmethyl)amine?

For Tris(2-pyridylmethyl)amine, Upstream Products: 2-(Chloromethyl)pyridine, 2-Picolylamine, 2-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Tris(2-pyridylmethyl)amine (CAS 16858-01-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1507574-9 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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