(2-Methyl-3-pyridinyl)acetonitrile

Also known as: 2-Methyl-3-pyridineacetonitrile, 2-METHYLPYRIDINE-3-ACETONITRILE, 3-PYRIDINEACETONITRILE,2-METHYL-, (2-Methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile, 2-(2-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile, 3-Pyridineacetonitrile,2-methyl-(6CI,9CI)

(2-Methyl-3-pyridinyl)acetonitrile (CAS 101166-73-8) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8N2 and a molecular weight of 132.16300 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 136-137℃ (10 Torr), a density of 1.056±0.06 g/cm3 (20 ºC 760 Torr) and a flash point of 99.9±8.3℃. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 101166-73-8
Jingsj CID: J-1526682-7
Molecular Formula: C₈H₈N₂
Molecular Weight: 132.16300 g/mol
Category: Pharma Intermediates
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	136-137℃ (10 Torr)
Density	1.056±0.06 g/cm3 (20 ºC 760 Torr)
Flash Point	99.9±8.3℃
Exact Mass	132.06900
PSA	36.68000
LogP	1.45608
Refractive Index	1.5255 (589.3 nm 25℃)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (2-Methyl-3-pyridinyl)acetonitrile?

The CAS number of (2-Methyl-3-pyridinyl)acetonitrile is 101166-73-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (2-Methyl-3-pyridinyl)acetonitrile?

(2-Methyl-3-pyridinyl)acetonitrile has molecular formula C8H8N2 and molecular weight 132.16300 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of (2-Methyl-3-pyridinyl)acetonitrile?

For (2-Methyl-3-pyridinyl)acetonitrile, Upstream Products: 3-(Chloromethyl)-2-methylpyridine, 1-(2-Methylpyridin-3-yl)ethan-1-one, 4-Aminopent-3-en-2-one.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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