2-Chloro-3-methyl-5-nitropyridine
Also known as: 2-Chloro-5-nitro-3-picoline, 2-chloro-5-nitro-3-methylpyridine, 3-methyl-5-nitro-2-chloropyridine, 6-chloro-5-methyl-3-nitropyridine
2-Chloro-3-methyl-5-nitropyridine (CAS 22280-56-4) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H5ClN2O2 and a molecular weight of 172.57 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 78-80 °C, a boiling point of 284.7±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 126.0±25.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H318 — Causes serious eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 22280-56-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-44159-8
- Molecular Formula
- C6H5ClN2O2
- Molecular Weight
- 172.57 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 78-80 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 284.7±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 126.0±25.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 172.003952 |
| PSA | 58.71000 |
| LogP | 1.75 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.576 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H301 — Toxic if swallowed
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
- 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 2-Chloro-3-methyl-5-nitropyridine?
The CAS number of 2-Chloro-3-methyl-5-nitropyridine is 22280-56-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Chloro-3-methyl-5-nitropyridine?
2-Chloro-3-methyl-5-nitropyridine has molecular formula C6H5ClN2O2 and molecular weight 172.57 g/mol.
Is 2-Chloro-3-methyl-5-nitropyridine hazardous?
2-Chloro-3-methyl-5-nitropyridine has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H318 — Causes serious eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Chloro-3-methyl-5-nitropyridine?
For 2-Chloro-3-methyl-5-nitropyridine, Upstream Products: 3-Methyl-5-nitropyridin-2(1H)-one, 2-Amino-3-methylpyridine, 2-Amino-3-methyl-5-nitropyridine; Downstream Products: 2-Chloro-5-nitronicotinic acid, 6-Chloro-5-methylpyridin-3-ol, 5-Amino-2-chloro-3-methylpyridine.
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