Methyl picolinate
Also known as: Methyl 2-pyridinecarboxylate, Methyl pyridine-2-carboxylate, Picolinic acid methyl ester, 2-Carbomethoxypyridine, 2-(Methoxycarbonyl)pyridine, 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid methyl ester, Pyridine-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester, 2-Picolinic acid methyl ester, Picolinic acid, methyl ester, Methyl 2-picolinate
Methyl picolinate (CAS 2459-07-6) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H7NO2 and a molecular weight of 137.14 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 18.7ºC, a boiling point of 227.4±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 91.3±19.8 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 2459-07-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-20171-8
- Molecular Formula
- C7H7NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 137.14 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 18.7ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 227.4±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 91.3±19.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 137.047684 |
| PSA | 39.19000 |
| LogP | 0.50 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.1±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.511 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- 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 Methyl picolinate?
The CAS number of Methyl picolinate is 2459-07-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl picolinate?
Methyl picolinate has molecular formula C7H7NO2 and molecular weight 137.14 g/mol.
Is Methyl picolinate hazardous?
Methyl picolinate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl picolinate?
For Methyl picolinate, Upstream Products: 2-Bromopyridine, Methanol, N,N-Dimethylformamide; Downstream Products: 2-Propionylpyridine, Diethyl methylphosphonate, 2-Picolinic acid.
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