2-(Methylamino)pyridine
Also known as: 2-Methylaminopyridine, N-Methyl-2-pyridinamine, N-Methylpyridin-2-amine, N-Methyl-N-(2-pyridinyl)amine, 2-Pyridinamine, N-methyl-, Methyl-pyridin-2-yl-amine, N-2-Pyridylmethylamine
2-(Methylamino)pyridine (CAS 4597-87-9) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H8N2 and a molecular weight of 108.141 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 15ºC, a boiling point of 201.3±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 87.8±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H312 — Harmful in contact with skin and H332 — Harmful if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 4597-87-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-34695-2
- Molecular Formula
- C6H8N2
- Molecular Weight
- 108.141 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 15ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 201.3±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 87.8±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 108.068748 |
| PSA | 24.92000 |
| LogP | 1.07 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.3±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.579 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
- 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 2-(Methylamino)pyridine?
The CAS number of 2-(Methylamino)pyridine is 4597-87-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(Methylamino)pyridine?
2-(Methylamino)pyridine has molecular formula C6H8N2 and molecular weight 108.141 g/mol.
Is 2-(Methylamino)pyridine hazardous?
2-(Methylamino)pyridine has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-(Methylamino)pyridine?
For 2-(Methylamino)pyridine, Upstream Products: 6-bromo-N-methylpyridin-2-amine, Pyridine N-oxide, tert-butyl N-methyl-N-(pyridin-2-yl)carbamate; Downstream Products: 1-(Methylamino)anthraquinone, 5-Bromo-N-methylpyridin-2-amine, 2-Dimethylaminopyridine.
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