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2-Chloro-3-nitro-6-methylpyridine

Also known as: 2-Chloro-6-methyl-3-nitropyridine, 6-Chloro-5-nitro-2-picoline, 6-Chloro-2-methyl-5-nitropyridine, 2-Chloro-3-nitro-6-picoline, 6-Chloro-2-methyl-3-nitropyridine, 2-Chloro-5-nitro-6-picoline

2-Chloro-3-nitro-6-methylpyridine (CAS 56057-19-3) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H5ClN2O2 and a molecular weight of 172.569 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 70-74 °C, a boiling point of 255.9±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 108.5±25.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
56057-19-3
Jingsj CID
J-1517232-4
Molecular Formula
C6H5ClN2O2
Molecular Weight
172.569 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point70-74 °C
Boiling Point255.9±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point108.5±25.9 °C
Exact Mass172.003952
PSA58.71000
LogP1.75
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.576

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-Chloro-3-nitro-6-methylpyridine?

The CAS number of 2-Chloro-3-nitro-6-methylpyridine is 56057-19-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Chloro-3-nitro-6-methylpyridine?

2-Chloro-3-nitro-6-methylpyridine has molecular formula C6H5ClN2O2 and molecular weight 172.569 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Chloro-3-nitro-6-methylpyridine?

For 2-Chloro-3-nitro-6-methylpyridine, Upstream Products: 6-methyl-3-nitropyridin-2-ol, 2-Amino-6-methyl-3-nitropyridine, 2-Amino-6-methylpyridine; Downstream Products: 2-Methyl-5-nitropyridine, 6-methyl-3-nitropyridin-2-ol, 3-Amino-2-chloro-6-picoline.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Chloro-3-nitro-6-methylpyridine (CAS 56057-19-3)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1517232-4 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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