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4-methylquinolin-2(1H)-one

Also known as: 2-hydroxy-4-methylquinoline, 2-hydroxylepidine, 2-lepidinol, 4-methyl-2-quinolinol, 4-methylcarbostyril, 4-methyl-2(1H)-quinolinone, 4-methyl-2-quinolone, 4-methylquinolin-2-ol, 4-methylquinolin-2(1H)-one, lepidone

4-methylquinolin-2(1H)-one (CAS 607-66-9) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H9NO and a molecular weight of 159.185 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 221-223 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 362.5±22.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 173.0±22.3 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
607-66-9
Jingsj CID
J-1377238-1
Molecular Formula
C10H9NO
Molecular Weight
159.185 g/mol
Category
Ketones
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point221-223 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point362.5±22.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point173.0±22.3 °C
Exact Mass159.068420
PSA33.12000
LogP2.41
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.666

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2933790090
Summary2933790090. other lactams. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:9.0%. . MFN tariff:9.0%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-methylquinolin-2(1H)-one?

The CAS number of 4-methylquinolin-2(1H)-one is 607-66-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-methylquinolin-2(1H)-one?

4-methylquinolin-2(1H)-one has molecular formula C10H9NO and molecular weight 159.185 g/mol.

Is 4-methylquinolin-2(1H)-one hazardous?

4-methylquinolin-2(1H)-one has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-methylquinolin-2(1H)-one?

For 4-methylquinolin-2(1H)-one, Upstream Products: Ethyl acetoacetate, Acetoacetanilide, 2-Chloro-4-methylquinoline; Downstream Products: 3-bromo-4-methylquinolin-2(1H)-one, 4-methylquinolin-2(1H)-one, 4-Methylquinoline-2(1H)-thione.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "4-methylquinolin-2(1H)-one (CAS 607-66-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1377238-1 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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