3-Amino-6-cyanopyridine

3-氨基-6-氰基吡啶

Also known as: 5-Amino-2-pyridinecarbonitrile, 2-Cyano-5-aminopyridine, 5-Amino-2-cyanopyridine, 5-Aminopicolinonitrile, 5-Amino-pyridine-2-carbonitrile, 5-Amino-2-pyridine nitrile, 2-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 5-amino-, 2-carbonitrile-5-aminopyridine, 5-aminopyridine-2-carbonitrile

3-Amino-6-cyanopyridine (CAS 55338-73-3) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H5N3 and a molecular weight of 119.124 g/mol. It is also known as 5-Amino-2-pyridinecarbonitrile, 2-Cyano-5-aminopyridine and 5-Amino-2-cyanopyridine. Key properties include a melting point of 148-152 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 368.2±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 176.5±23.7 °C. GHS signal word: Warning. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
55338-73-3
Jingsj CID
J-12539-0
Molecular Formula
C6H5N3
Chinese Name
3-氨基-6-氰基吡啶
Molecular Weight
119.124 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point148-152 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point368.2±27.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point176.5±23.7 °C

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 3-Amino-6-cyanopyridine?

The CAS number of 3-Amino-6-cyanopyridine is 55338-73-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Amino-6-cyanopyridine?

3-Amino-6-cyanopyridine has molecular formula C6H5N3 and molecular weight 119.124 g/mol.

Is 3-Amino-6-cyanopyridine hazardous?

3-Amino-6-cyanopyridine has GHS signal word Warning.

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