2-Chloro-4-methyl-3-nitropyridine
Also known as: 2-Chloro-3-nitro-4-picoline, 2-Chloro-3-nitro-4-methylpyridine, 3-Nitro-2-chloro-4-methylpyridine, 2-Chloro-4-methyl-3-NP, 2-Chlor-4-methyl-3-nitro-pyridin, Pyridine, 2-chloro-4-methyl-3-nitro-
2-Chloro-4-methyl-3-nitropyridine (CAS 23056-39-5) 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 51-53 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 279.6±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 122.9±25.9 °C. 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.
- 23056-39-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-7303-0
- 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 | 51-53 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 279.6±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 122.9±25.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 172.003952 |
| PSA | 58.71000 |
| LogP | 1.49 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.576 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- 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-4-methyl-3-nitropyridine?
The CAS number of 2-Chloro-4-methyl-3-nitropyridine is 23056-39-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Chloro-4-methyl-3-nitropyridine?
2-Chloro-4-methyl-3-nitropyridine has molecular formula C6H5ClN2O2 and molecular weight 172.57 g/mol.
Is 2-Chloro-4-methyl-3-nitropyridine hazardous?
2-Chloro-4-methyl-3-nitropyridine 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 2-Chloro-4-methyl-3-nitropyridine?
For 2-Chloro-4-methyl-3-nitropyridine, Upstream Products: 2-Hydroxy-4-methyl-3-nitropyridine, 2-Amino-4-methyl-3-nitropyridine, 4-Methylpyridin-2-amine; Downstream Products: 3-Fluoropyridine-4-carboxylic acid, 3-Nitroisonicotinic acid, 3-Amino-4-methylpyridine.
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