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5-Hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)pyridin-4(1H)-one

Also known as: 5-HYDROXY-2-(HYDROXYMETHYL)-4-PYRIDONE, 2-HYDROXYMETHYL-5-HYDROXY-4-PYRIDONE, 5-Hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)pyridin-4(1H)-one, 4(1H)-Pyridinone, 5-hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)-, 6-hydroxymethyl-3-hydroxy-4-pyridinone, 3-hydroxy-6-hydroxymethyl-4-pyridone, DIHYDROXYMETHYLPYRIDONE, NSC 68955

5-Hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)pyridin-4(1H)-one (CAS 31883-16-6) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H7NO3 and a molecular weight of 141.12500 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 356.9ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.453g/cm3 and a flash point of 169.7ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
31883-16-6
Jingsj CID
J-1510668-0
Molecular Formula
C6H7NO3
Molecular Weight
141.12500 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point356.9ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.453g/cm3
Flash Point169.7ºC
Exact Mass141.04300
PSA73.32000
Refractive Index1.607

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 5-Hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)pyridin-4(1H)-one?

The CAS number of 5-Hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)pyridin-4(1H)-one is 31883-16-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)pyridin-4(1H)-one?

5-Hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)pyridin-4(1H)-one has molecular formula C6H7NO3 and molecular weight 141.12500 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 5-Hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)pyridin-4(1H)-one?

For 5-Hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)pyridin-4(1H)-one, Upstream Products: kojic acid, 5-(Benzyloxy)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-4H-pyran-4-one; Downstream Products: 2,3-dihydro[1,4]dioxino[2,3-c]pyridine-7-carbaldehyde, (2,3-Dihydro-[1,4]dioxino[2,3-c]pyridin-7-yl)methanol.

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