Methyl 6-methylnicotinate
Also known as: Methyl 6-methylpyridine-3-carboxylate, 5-Carbomethoxy-2-picoline, 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 6-methyl-, methyl ester, 6-Methylnicotinic acid methyl ester, 6-Methylpyridine-3-carboxylic acid methyl ester, Etoricoxib Impurity 20, MFCD00006340, Labotest-BB LT00847843
Methyl 6-methylnicotinate (CAS 5470-70-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H9NO2 and a molecular weight of 151.16 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 34-37 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 228.4±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 103.3±0.0 °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.
- 5470-70-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-40583-4
- Molecular Formula
- C8H9NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 151.16 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 34-37 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 228.4±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 103.3±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 151.063324 |
| PSA | 39.19000 |
| LogP | 1.34 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.1±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.510 |
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 6-methylnicotinate?
The CAS number of Methyl 6-methylnicotinate is 5470-70-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 6-methylnicotinate?
Methyl 6-methylnicotinate has molecular formula C8H9NO2 and molecular weight 151.16 g/mol.
Is Methyl 6-methylnicotinate hazardous?
Methyl 6-methylnicotinate 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 6-methylnicotinate?
For Methyl 6-methylnicotinate, Upstream Products: Methanol, 6-Methylnicotinic acid, Sodium bicarbonate; Downstream Products: tert-Butyl 3-formyl-1H-indole-1-carboxylate, Latrepirdine, 6-Methylnicotinic acid.
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