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5-Hydroxynicotinic acid

Also known as: 5-Hydroxy-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid, 5-Hydroxypyridine-3-carboxylic acid, 3-Carboxy-5-hydroxypyridine, 5-Hydroxy-nicotinic acid, 5-Hydroxy-nicotinsaeure

5-Hydroxynicotinic acid (CAS 27828-71-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H5NO3 and a molecular weight of 139.109 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 299 °C, a boiling point of 519.3±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 267.9±25.9 °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.
27828-71-3
Jingsj CID
J-26069-5
Molecular Formula
C6H5NO3
Molecular Weight
139.109 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point299 °C
Boiling Point519.3±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.5±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point267.9±25.9 °C
Exact Mass139.026947
PSA70.42000
LogP0.40
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.626
Storage ConditionsKeep Cold

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2933399090
Summary2933399090. 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 5-Hydroxynicotinic acid?

The CAS number of 5-Hydroxynicotinic acid is 27828-71-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Hydroxynicotinic acid?

5-Hydroxynicotinic acid has molecular formula C6H5NO3 and molecular weight 139.109 g/mol.

Is 5-Hydroxynicotinic acid hazardous?

5-Hydroxynicotinic 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 5-Hydroxynicotinic acid?

For 5-Hydroxynicotinic acid, Upstream Products: 5-Bromonicotinic acid, 5-Aminonicotinic acid, Methyl 5-aminonicotinate; Downstream Products: Methyl 5-hydroxynicotinate, 5-Hydroxy-6-nitronicotinic acid, Ethyl 5-hydroxynicotinate.

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