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2-Methylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-3-carboxylic acid

Also known as: 3-Carboxy-2-methylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine, 2-methyl-3-imidazo[1,2-a]pyridinecarboxylate, 2-methylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-3-carboxylate, Imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-3-carboxylic acid, 2-methyl-, ASISCHEM C71528, BUTTPARK 9\05-56, MFCD00244615

2-Methylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-3-carboxylic acid (CAS 21801-79-6) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H8N2O2 and a molecular weight of 176.172 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 140ºC, a boiling point of 170ºC and a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
21801-79-6
Jingsj CID
J-29938-7
Molecular Formula
C9H8N2O2
Molecular Weight
176.172 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point140ºC
Boiling Point170ºC
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Exact Mass176.058578
PSA54.60000
LogP1.90
Refractive Index1.653

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2933990090
Summary2933990090. heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only. 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 2-Methylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-3-carboxylic acid?

The CAS number of 2-Methylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-3-carboxylic acid is 21801-79-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-3-carboxylic acid?

2-Methylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-3-carboxylic acid has molecular formula C9H8N2O2 and molecular weight 176.172 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Methylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-3-carboxylic acid?

For 2-Methylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-3-carboxylic acid, Upstream Products: 2-Aminopyridine, Ethyl 2-chloroacetoacetate, ethyl 2-methylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-3-carboxylate; Downstream Products: 2-Methylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-3-carboxamide.

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