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(2-Methyl-3-pyridinyl)methanol

Also known as: 2-Methyl-3-pyridinemethanol, 2-Methylnicotinol, 3-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-methylpyridine, 3-Hydroxymethyl-2-methylpyridine, (2-Methylpyridin-3-yl)methanol, 2-Methyl-3-hydroxymethylpyridine, 2-Methyl-pyridin-3-ylmethanol, 3-Pyridinemethanol, 2-methyl-, MFCD00030820, NSC 187783

(2-Methyl-3-pyridinyl)methanol (CAS 56826-61-0) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H9NO and a molecular weight of 123.152 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 241.5±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 99.9±23.2 °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.
56826-61-0
Jingsj CID
J-42001-9
Molecular Formula
C7H9NO
Molecular Weight
123.152 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point241.5±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point99.9±23.2 °C
Exact Mass123.068413
PSA33.12000
LogP0.00
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.545

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

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-Methyl-3-pyridinyl)methanol?

The CAS number of (2-Methyl-3-pyridinyl)methanol is 56826-61-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (2-Methyl-3-pyridinyl)methanol?

(2-Methyl-3-pyridinyl)methanol has molecular formula C7H9NO and molecular weight 123.152 g/mol.

Is (2-Methyl-3-pyridinyl)methanol hazardous?

(2-Methyl-3-pyridinyl)methanol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "(2-Methyl-3-pyridinyl)methanol (CAS 56826-61-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-42001-9 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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