6-Chloropicolinic acid
Also known as: 6-Chloropyridine-2-carboxylic acid, 6-Chloro-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid, 2-Chloro-6-pyridinecarboxylic acid, 2-Chloropyridine-6-carboxylic acid, 6-Chloro-2-picolinic acid, 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 6-chloro-, 6-Chloropicolinic Acid
6-Chloropicolinic acid (CAS 4684-94-0) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H4ClNO2 and a molecular weight of 157.555 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 190-191°C, a boiling point of 323.2±22.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 149.3±22.3 °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.
- 4684-94-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-23465-1
- Molecular Formula
- C6H4ClNO2
- Molecular Weight
- 157.555 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 190-191°C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 323.2±22.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 149.3±22.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 156.993057 |
| PSA | 50.19000 |
| LogP | 0.99 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.590 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 6-Chloropicolinic acid?
The CAS number of 6-Chloropicolinic acid is 4684-94-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 6-Chloropicolinic acid?
6-Chloropicolinic acid has molecular formula C6H4ClNO2 and molecular weight 157.555 g/mol.
Is 6-Chloropicolinic acid hazardous?
6-Chloropicolinic acid 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 6-Chloropicolinic acid?
For 6-Chloropicolinic acid, Upstream Products: 2-Bromo-6-chloropyridine, Carbon dioxide, Formyl acetate; Downstream Products: (6-Chloropyridin-2-yl)methanol, 2-Amino-6-chloropyridine, 2-Picolinic acid.
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