Methyl isonicotinate
Also known as: Methyl 4-pyridinecarboxylate, Isonicotinic acid methyl ester, Pyridine-4-carboxylic acid methyl ester, 4-Carbomethoxypyridine, 4-Methoxycarbonylpyridine, Methyl pyridine-4-carboxylate
Methyl isonicotinate (CAS 2459-09-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H7NO2 and a molecular weight of 137.136 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 8-8.5 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 205.1±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 82.2±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.
- 2459-09-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-43098-8
- Molecular Formula
- C7H7NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 137.136 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 8-8.5 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 205.1±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 82.2±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 137.047684 |
| PSA | 39.19000 |
| LogP | 0.88 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.3±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.511 |
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 isonicotinate?
The CAS number of Methyl isonicotinate is 2459-09-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl isonicotinate?
Methyl isonicotinate has molecular formula C7H7NO2 and molecular weight 137.136 g/mol.
Is Methyl isonicotinate hazardous?
Methyl isonicotinate 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 isonicotinate?
For Methyl isonicotinate, Upstream Products: Methyl isonicotinate N-oxide, Isonicotinic acid, Methanol; Downstream Products: Isonicotinic acid, N-methylisonicotinamide, 4-Amino-5-(pyridin-4-yl)-4H-1,2,4-triazole-3-thiol.
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