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3-Nitropyridine-2-carboxylic acid

Also known as: 2-Carboxy-3-nitropyridine, 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 3-nitro-, 3-Nitro-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid, 3-Nitropicolinic acid, 3-Nitro-picolinsaeure, 3-Nitro-pyridin-2-carbonsaeure, 3-Nitro-pyridine-2-carboxylic acid, 3-Nitropyridine-2-carboxylic acid (6CI), Picolinic acid, 3-nitro- (6CI)

3-Nitropyridine-2-carboxylic acid (CAS 59290-85-6) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H4N2O4 and a molecular weight of 168.107 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 369.5±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 177.3±23.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
59290-85-6
Jingsj CID
J-878697-8
Molecular Formula
C6H4N2O4
Molecular Weight
168.107 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point369.5±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.6±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point177.3±23.7 °C
Exact Mass168.017105
PSA96.01000
LogP-0.33
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.625

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 3-Nitropyridine-2-carboxylic acid?

The CAS number of 3-Nitropyridine-2-carboxylic acid is 59290-85-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Nitropyridine-2-carboxylic acid?

3-Nitropyridine-2-carboxylic acid has molecular formula C6H4N2O4 and molecular weight 168.107 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-Nitropyridine-2-carboxylic acid?

For 3-Nitropyridine-2-carboxylic acid, Upstream Products: 2-Methyl-3-nitropyridine, 3-Nitropyridine-2-carbaldehyde; Downstream Products: 3-Aminopicolinic acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "3-Nitropyridine-2-carboxylic acid (CAS 59290-85-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-878697-8 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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