2-Methyl-5-phenylpyridine

Also known as: 5-Phenyl-2-picoline, 2-Picoline, 5-phenyl-, 3-Phenyl-6-methylpyridine, 5-Phenyl-2-methylpyridine, 2-Methyl-5-phenyl-pyridine

2-Methyl-5-phenylpyridine (CAS 3256-88-0) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H11N and a molecular weight of 169.22200 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 282.9ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.03g/cm3 and a flash point of 118.2ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 3256-88-0
Jingsj CID: J-1519335-8
Molecular Formula: C₁₂H₁₁N
Molecular Weight: 169.22200 g/mol
Category: Pharma Intermediates
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	282.9ºC at 760mmHg
Density	1.03g/cm3
Flash Point	118.2ºC
Exact Mass	169.08900
PSA	12.89000
LogP	3.05700
Refractive Index	1.568

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 2-Methyl-5-phenylpyridine?

The CAS number of 2-Methyl-5-phenylpyridine is 3256-88-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methyl-5-phenylpyridine?

2-Methyl-5-phenylpyridine has molecular formula C12H11N and molecular weight 169.22200 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Methyl-5-phenylpyridine?

For 2-Methyl-5-phenylpyridine, Upstream Products: 5-Bromo-2-methylpyridine, Phenylboronic acid, 6-Methyl-3-pyridyl trifluoromethanesulfonate; Downstream Products: 5-phenylpyridine-2-carbaldehyde, 5-Phenylpicolinic acid.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Methyl-5-phenylpyridine (CAS 3256-88-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1519335-8 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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