2-Hydroxy-6-methylnicotinic acid
Also known as: 2-Hydroxy-6-methylpyridine-3-carboxylic acid, 6-Methyl-2-oxo-1,2-dihydro-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid, 6-Methyl-2-oxo-1H-pyridine-3-carboxylic acid, 3-Carboxy-6-methyl-2-pyridone, 1,2-Dihydro-6-methyl-2-oxonicotinic acid, 2-Hydroxy-6-methylnicotinic acid, 98+%, 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 1,2-dihydro-6-methyl-2-oxo-
2-Hydroxy-6-methylnicotinic acid (CAS 38116-61-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H7NO3 and a molecular weight of 153.135 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 233-235 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 414.4±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 204.4±28.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 38116-61-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-47443-1
- Molecular Formula
- C7H7NO3
- Molecular Weight
- 153.135 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 233-235 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 414.4±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 204.4±28.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 153.042587 |
| PSA | 70.42000 |
| LogP | -0.21 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±2.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.555 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H319 — Causes serious eye 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-Hydroxy-6-methylnicotinic acid?
The CAS number of 2-Hydroxy-6-methylnicotinic acid is 38116-61-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Hydroxy-6-methylnicotinic acid?
2-Hydroxy-6-methylnicotinic acid has molecular formula C7H7NO3 and molecular weight 153.135 g/mol.
Is 2-Hydroxy-6-methylnicotinic acid hazardous?
2-Hydroxy-6-methylnicotinic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
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