Methyl 2-pyridylacetate
Also known as: Methyl 2-pyridineacetate, Methyl 2-pyridinylacetate, 2-Pyridineacetic Acid Methyl Ester, 2-Pyridylacetic Acid Methyl Ester, Methyl 2-(pyridin-2-yl)acetate, methyl pyridin-2-ylacetate, EINECS 216-759-8, MFCD00006358
Methyl 2-pyridylacetate (CAS 1658-42-0) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H9NO2 and a molecular weight of 151.163 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 302.4±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 83.7±20.4 °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.
- 1658-42-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-33937-7
- Molecular Formula
- C8H9NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 151.163 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 302.4±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 83.7±20.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 151.063324 |
| PSA | 39.19000 |
| LogP | 0.47 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.507 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- 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 Methyl 2-pyridylacetate?
The CAS number of Methyl 2-pyridylacetate is 1658-42-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 2-pyridylacetate?
Methyl 2-pyridylacetate has molecular formula C8H9NO2 and molecular weight 151.163 g/mol.
Is Methyl 2-pyridylacetate hazardous?
Methyl 2-pyridylacetate 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 Methyl 2-pyridylacetate?
For Methyl 2-pyridylacetate, Upstream Products: Methanol, 2-Pyridylacetic acid hydrochloride, Carbon dioxide; Downstream Products: 2-Chloropyrazolo[1,5-a]pyridine, Pyrazolo[1,5-a]pyridin-2(1H)-one, 2-(Pyridin-2-yl)acetohydrazide.
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