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3-Pyridinemethanol N-oxide

Also known as: 3-Pyridinemethanol 1-oxide, 3-Pyridylcarbinol N-oxide, 3-(Hydroxymethyl)pyridine 1-oxide, 3-(Hydroxymethyl)pyridine N-oxide, 3-hydroxymethylpyridine 1-oxide, pyridine-3-methanol N-oxide, 3-pyridylmethanol N-oxide, Mepiroxol, Mepyroxol, Lysateril, (1-oxidopyridin-1-ium-3-yl)methanol, (1-oxy-pyridin-3-yl)-methanol

3-Pyridinemethanol N-oxide (CAS 6968-72-5) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H7NO2 and a molecular weight of 125.12500 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 87-89ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 391.3ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.18g/cm3 and a flash point of 190.5ºC. 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.
6968-72-5
Jingsj CID
J-43307-8
Molecular Formula
C6H7NO2
Molecular Weight
125.12500 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point87-89ºC(lit.)
Boiling Point391.3ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.18g/cm3
Flash Point190.5ºC
Exact Mass125.04800
PSA45.69000
LogP0.60740
Refractive Index1.542

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 3-Pyridinemethanol N-oxide?

The CAS number of 3-Pyridinemethanol N-oxide is 6968-72-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Pyridinemethanol N-oxide?

3-Pyridinemethanol N-oxide has molecular formula C6H7NO2 and molecular weight 125.12500 g/mol.

Is 3-Pyridinemethanol N-oxide hazardous?

3-Pyridinemethanol N-oxide 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 3-Pyridinemethanol N-oxide?

For 3-Pyridinemethanol N-oxide, Upstream Products: 3-Pyridinemethanol; Downstream Products: Nicotinaldehyde, 3-Pyridinemethanol.

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