(4'-Methyl-2,2'-bipyridin-4-yl)methanol

Also known as: 4-Hydroxymethyl-4'-methyl-2,2'-bipyridine, 4'-Methyl-2,2'-bipyridine-4-methanol, [2,2'-Bipyridine]-4-methanol, 4'-methyl-, 4-methyl-4'-hydroxymethyl-2,2'-bipyridine

(4'-Methyl-2,2'-bipyridin-4-yl)methanol (CAS 81998-04-1) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H12N2O and a molecular weight of 200.236 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 121°C, a boiling point of 377.8±37.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 182.3±26.5 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 81998-04-1
Jingsj CID: J-948540-9
Molecular Formula: C₁₂H₁₂N₂O
Molecular Weight: 200.236 g/mol
Category: Pharma Intermediates
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	121°C
Boiling Point	377.8±37.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	182.3±26.5 °C
Exact Mass	200.094955
PSA	46.01000
LogP	0.56
Vapor Pressure	0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.596

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 (4'-Methyl-2,2'-bipyridin-4-yl)methanol?

The CAS number of (4'-Methyl-2,2'-bipyridin-4-yl)methanol is 81998-04-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (4'-Methyl-2,2'-bipyridin-4-yl)methanol?

(4'-Methyl-2,2'-bipyridin-4-yl)methanol has molecular formula C12H12N2O and molecular weight 200.236 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of (4'-Methyl-2,2'-bipyridin-4-yl)methanol?

For (4'-Methyl-2,2'-bipyridin-4-yl)methanol, Upstream Products: 4,4'-Dimethyl-2,2'-bipyridine, 4'-Methyl-2,2'-bipyridine-4-carbaldehyde, 4-Methylpyridine; Downstream Products: 4'-Methyl-2,2'-bipyridine-4-carbaldehyde, 4-(Bromomethyl)-4'-methyl-2,2'-bipyridine, 1,2-bis(4'-methyl-2,2'-bipyridin-4-yl)ethane.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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