3-Cyano-5-methylpyridine

3-氰基-5-甲基吡啶

Also known as: 5-Methylnicotinonitrile, 5-Methylpyridine-3-carbonitrile, 5-Cyano-3-picoline, 5-Methyl-3-pyridinecarbonitrile, 3-Cyano-5-picoline, 3-Pyridinecarbonitrile,5-methyl-

3-Cyano-5-methylpyridine (CAS 42885-14-3) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H6N2 and a molecular weight of 118.136 g/mol. It is also known as 5-Methylnicotinonitrile, 5-Methylpyridine-3-carbonitrile and 5-Cyano-3-picoline. Key properties include a melting point of 83-87 °C, a boiling point of 237.2±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 93.7±7.0 °C. GHS signal word: Danger. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
42885-14-3
Jingsj CID
J-1990589-1
Molecular Formula
C7H6N2
Chinese Name
3-氰基-5-甲基吡啶
Molecular Weight
118.136 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point83-87 °C
Boiling Point237.2±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point93.7±7.0 °C

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / Acute ToxicitySignal word: Danger

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 3-Cyano-5-methylpyridine?

The CAS number of 3-Cyano-5-methylpyridine is 42885-14-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Cyano-5-methylpyridine?

3-Cyano-5-methylpyridine has molecular formula C7H6N2 and molecular weight 118.136 g/mol.

Is 3-Cyano-5-methylpyridine hazardous?

3-Cyano-5-methylpyridine has GHS signal word Danger.

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