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2,6-Dichloropyridine

Also known as: 2,6-Cl2C5H3N, 2,6-DICHLOROPYRIDINE, 2,6-DichL, 2,6-Dichlor-pyridin, 2,6-Dichloropyridine,97%, 2,6-dichloro-pyridin, 2,6-dichloro-pyridine, 26DCLPY, AKOS BBS-00004314, AURORA KA-6495, EINECS 219-282-3, MFCD00006244, Pyridine, 2,6-dichloro-, Pyridine,2,6-dichloro

2,6-Dichloropyridine (CAS 2402-78-0) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H3Cl2N and a molecular weight of 147.990 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 83-86 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 206.0±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 97.5±7.4 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
2402-78-0
Jingsj CID
J-33648-1
Molecular Formula
C5H3Cl2N
Molecular Weight
147.990 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point83-86 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point206.0±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point97.5±7.4 °C
Exact Mass146.964249
PSA12.89000
LogP2.08
Vapor Pressure0.3±0.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.554
Additional Property<1 g/L (20 ºC)

GHS Safety & Compliance

Acute ToxicitySignal word: Danger
  • H301 — Toxic if swallowed

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 2,6-Dichloropyridine?

The CAS number of 2,6-Dichloropyridine is 2402-78-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,6-Dichloropyridine?

2,6-Dichloropyridine has molecular formula C5H3Cl2N and molecular weight 147.990 g/mol.

Is 2,6-Dichloropyridine hazardous?

2,6-Dichloropyridine has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2,6-Dichloropyridine?

For 2,6-Dichloropyridine, Upstream Products: 2-Chloropyridine, 2,6-Dichloropyridine N-oxide, 2-Chloro-6-methoxypyridine; Downstream Products: 1-(6-Ethoxypyridin-2-yl)piperazine, 6,6'-Dimethyl-2,2'-bipyridine, 2,2'-Bipyridine.

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