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5-(Methoxycarbonyl)pyridine-2-carboxylic acid

Also known as: 5-(Methoxycarbonyl)-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid, 5-(Methoxycarbonyl)picolinic acid, 5-Methoxycarbonylpyridine-2-carboxylic acid, 5-Carbomethoxypyridine-2-carboxylic acid, Methyl 2-carboxypyridine-5-carboxylate, 2,5-Pyridinedicarboxylic acid 5-methyl ester, 2-Carboxy-5-(methoxycarbonyl)pyridine, NSC 236641, Buttpark 43\57-32, MFCD00179343

5-(Methoxycarbonyl)pyridine-2-carboxylic acid (CAS 17874-79-2) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H7NO4 and a molecular weight of 181.145 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 187 °C, a boiling point of 347.9±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 164.2±23.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
17874-79-2
Jingsj CID
J-45122-9
Molecular Formula
C8H7NO4
Molecular Weight
181.145 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point187 °C
Boiling Point347.9±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point164.2±23.7 °C
Exact Mass181.037506
PSA76.49000
LogP0.49
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.560

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 5-(Methoxycarbonyl)pyridine-2-carboxylic acid?

The CAS number of 5-(Methoxycarbonyl)pyridine-2-carboxylic acid is 17874-79-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-(Methoxycarbonyl)pyridine-2-carboxylic acid?

5-(Methoxycarbonyl)pyridine-2-carboxylic acid has molecular formula C8H7NO4 and molecular weight 181.145 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 5-(Methoxycarbonyl)pyridine-2-carboxylic acid?

For 5-(Methoxycarbonyl)pyridine-2-carboxylic acid, Upstream Products: Dimethyl pyridine-2,5-dicarboxylate, 2,5-Pyridinedicarboxylic acid; Downstream Products: Methyl 4-(chlorocarbonyl)benzoate, 3-Pyridinecarboxylicacid,6-(chlorocarbonyl)-,methylester(9CI), 5-(Hydroxymethyl)picolinic acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "5-(Methoxycarbonyl)pyridine-2-carboxylic acid (CAS 17874-79-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-45122-9 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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