3-Cyano-5-methylpyridine
Also known as: 5-Methylnicotinonitrile, 5-Methylpyridine-3-carbonitrile, 5-Cyano-3-picoline, 5-Methyl-3-pyridinecarbonitrile, 3-Cyano-5-picoline, 3-Pyridinecarbonitrile,5-methyl-
3-Cyano-5-methylpyridine (CAS 42885-14-3) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H6N2 and a molecular weight of 118.136 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 83-87 °C, a boiling point of 237.2±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 93.7±7.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H318 — Causes serious eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 42885-14-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-1990589-6
- Molecular Formula
- C7H6N2
- Molecular Weight
- 118.136 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 83-87 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 237.2±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 93.7±7.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 118.053101 |
| PSA | 36.68000 |
| LogP | 0.96 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.531 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H301 — Toxic if swallowed
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
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 3-Cyano-5-methylpyridine?
The CAS number of 3-Cyano-5-methylpyridine is 42885-14-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Cyano-5-methylpyridine?
3-Cyano-5-methylpyridine has molecular formula C7H6N2 and molecular weight 118.136 g/mol.
Is 3-Cyano-5-methylpyridine hazardous?
3-Cyano-5-methylpyridine has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H318 — Causes serious eye damage.
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