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6-Aminopyridine-2-carboxylic acid

Also known as: 6-Aminopicolinic acid, 6-Amino-2-picolinic acid, 6-Amino-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid, 2-Aminopyridine-6-carboxylic acid, 2-Amino-6-pyridinecarboxylic acid, 2-Carboxy-6-aminopyridine, 6-Amino-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid

6-Aminopyridine-2-carboxylic acid (CAS 23628-31-1) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H6N2O2 and a molecular weight of 138.12 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 320°C, a boiling point of 387.8±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 188.3±23.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
23628-31-1
Jingsj CID
J-44303-8
Molecular Formula
C6H6N2O2
Molecular Weight
138.12 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point320°C
Boiling Point387.8±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point188.3±23.7 °C
Exact Mass138.042923
PSA76.21000
LogP-0.04
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.649

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H319 — Causes serious eye 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 6-Aminopyridine-2-carboxylic acid?

The CAS number of 6-Aminopyridine-2-carboxylic acid is 23628-31-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 6-Aminopyridine-2-carboxylic acid?

6-Aminopyridine-2-carboxylic acid has molecular formula C6H6N2O2 and molecular weight 138.12 g/mol.

Is 6-Aminopyridine-2-carboxylic acid hazardous?

6-Aminopyridine-2-carboxylic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 6-Aminopyridine-2-carboxylic acid?

For 6-Aminopyridine-2-carboxylic acid, Upstream Products: 6-Acetamidopyridine-2-carboxylic acid, N-(6-Methylpyridin-2-yl)acetamide, 2-Amino-6-methylpyridine; Downstream Products: methyl 6-amino-3,5-dibromopicolinate, Methyl 6-amino-3-bromopicolinate, methyl 6-amino-5-bromopicolinate.

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