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1-methyl-4-phenyl-1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyridine

Also known as: MPTP, N-Methyl-4-phenyl-1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyridine, 1,2,3,6-Tetrahydro-1-methyl-4-phenylpyridine, NSC 139654, 1-methyl-4-phenyl-1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyridine, free base

1-methyl-4-phenyl-1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyridine (CAS 28289-54-5) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H15N and a molecular weight of 173.254 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of aprox. 36ºC, a boiling point of 258.6±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 105.8±21.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
28289-54-5
Jingsj CID
J-35078-7
Molecular Formula
C12H15N
Molecular Weight
173.254 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Pointaprox. 36ºC
Boiling Point258.6±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point105.8±21.2 °C
Exact Mass173.120453
PSA3.24000
LogP2.28
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.553

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 1-methyl-4-phenyl-1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyridine?

The CAS number of 1-methyl-4-phenyl-1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyridine is 28289-54-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-methyl-4-phenyl-1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyridine?

1-methyl-4-phenyl-1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyridine has molecular formula C12H15N and molecular weight 173.254 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1-methyl-4-phenyl-1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyridine?

For 1-methyl-4-phenyl-1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyridine, Upstream Products: 1-Methyl-4-phenylpiperidin-4-ol, 1-Methyl-4-piperidone, Phenyllithium; Downstream Products: 1-Methyl-4-phenylpiperidin-4-ol, 4-Phenylpyridine, 4-Phenyl-1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyridine hydrochloride.

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