6-Cyanonicotinic acid
Also known as: 6-Cyanopyridine-3-carboxylic acid, 2-Cyano-5-carboxypyridine, 5-Carboxypicolinonitrile, 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 6-cyano-, MFCD01318135
6-Cyanonicotinic acid (CAS 70165-31-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H4N2O2 and a molecular weight of 148.119 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 190-194 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 395.9±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 193.2±23.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 70165-31-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-27863-7
- Molecular Formula
- C7H4N2O2
- Molecular Weight
- 148.119 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 190-194 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 395.9±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 193.2±23.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 148.027283 |
| PSA | 73.98000 |
| LogP | 0.16 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.597 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- 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 6-Cyanonicotinic acid?
The CAS number of 6-Cyanonicotinic acid is 70165-31-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 6-Cyanonicotinic acid?
6-Cyanonicotinic acid has molecular formula C7H4N2O2 and molecular weight 148.119 g/mol.
Is 6-Cyanonicotinic acid hazardous?
6-Cyanonicotinic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 6-Cyanonicotinic acid?
For 6-Cyanonicotinic acid, Upstream Products: Nicotinic acid N-oxide, Trimethylsilyl cyanide, Dimethylcarbamoyl chloride; Downstream Products: Methyl 6-cyanonicotinate, 3-Pyridinecarbonyl chloride, 6-cyano- (9CI), 5-(hydroxymethyl)picolinonitrile.
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