2-Amino-3-methylpyridine
Also known as: 3-Methylpyridin-2-amine, 2-Amino-3-picoline, 2-Amino-beta-picoline, 3-Methyl-2-aminopyridine, 3-Methyl-2-pyridinamine, 2-Pyridinamine, 3-methyl-, 2-amino-3-methyl-pyridin, 3-methylpyridin-2-amin, AURORA KA-876, EINECS 216-501-4, MFCD00006320
2-Amino-3-methylpyridine (CAS 1603-40-3) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H8N2 and a molecular weight of 108.141 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 29-31 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 220.9±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 111.7±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H311 — Toxic in contact with skin and H331 — Toxic if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 1603-40-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-814150-2
- Molecular Formula
- C6H8N2
- Molecular Weight
- 108.141 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 29-31 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 220.9±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 111.7±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 108.068748 |
| PSA | 38.91000 |
| LogP | 1.08 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.1±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.574 |
| Additional Property | SOLUBLE |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H301 — Toxic if swallowed
- H311 — Toxic in contact with skin
- H331 — Toxic if inhaled
- H373 — May cause damage to organs through prolonged exposure
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-Amino-3-methylpyridine?
The CAS number of 2-Amino-3-methylpyridine is 1603-40-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Amino-3-methylpyridine?
2-Amino-3-methylpyridine has molecular formula C6H8N2 and molecular weight 108.141 g/mol.
Is 2-Amino-3-methylpyridine hazardous?
2-Amino-3-methylpyridine has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H311 — Toxic in contact with skin; H331 — Toxic if inhaled.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Amino-3-methylpyridine?
For 2-Amino-3-methylpyridine, Upstream Products: 2-Bromo-3-methylpyridine, 2-Chloro-3-methylpyridine, 3-Methylpyridine N-oxide; Downstream Products: 2-Bromo-3-methylpyridine, 1,3-Dihydro-2H-pyrrolo[2,3-b]pyridin-2-one, 6-amino-5-methylpyridine-3-sulfonic acid.
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