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Ethyl 6-methylpyridine-2-carboxylate

Also known as: Ethyl 6-methyl-2-pyridinecarboxylate, Ethyl 6-methylpicolinate, 6-Methyl-pyridine-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester, 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 6-methyl-, ethyl ester, 6-Methyl-2-picolinic acid ethyl ester, MFCD03427128

Ethyl 6-methylpyridine-2-carboxylate (CAS 39640-51-2) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H11NO2 and a molecular weight of 165.18900 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 122-126ºC/10 mmHg(lit.), a density of 1.083 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) and a flash point of 110.3ºC. 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.
39640-51-2
Jingsj CID
J-32260-1
Molecular Formula
C9H11NO2
Molecular Weight
165.18900 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point122-126ºC/10 mmHg(lit.)
Density1.083 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.)
Flash Point110.3ºC
Exact Mass165.07900
PSA39.19000
LogP1.56670
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.5090(lit.)

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 Ethyl 6-methylpyridine-2-carboxylate?

The CAS number of Ethyl 6-methylpyridine-2-carboxylate is 39640-51-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl 6-methylpyridine-2-carboxylate?

Ethyl 6-methylpyridine-2-carboxylate has molecular formula C9H11NO2 and molecular weight 165.18900 g/mol.

Is Ethyl 6-methylpyridine-2-carboxylate hazardous?

Ethyl 6-methylpyridine-2-carboxylate 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 Ethyl 6-methylpyridine-2-carboxylate?

For Ethyl 6-methylpyridine-2-carboxylate, Upstream Products: 6-Methylpicolinic acid, Ethanol, 6-(Hydroxymethyl)picolinic acid; Downstream Products: Ethyl 6-formylpicolinate, N-Benzyl-1-(6-methylpyridin-2-yl)methanamine, 3-(6-methylpyridin-2-yl)-3-oxopropanenitrile.

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