2-(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile

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2-(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile Structure
2-(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile structure
Common Name 2-(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile
CAS Number 52426-67-2 Molecular Weight 132.16300
Density 1.056g/cm3 Boiling Point 257.871ºC at 760 mmHg
Molecular Formula C8H8N2 Melting Point N/A
MSDS N/A Flash Point 99.053ºC

Summary: 2-(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile (Chinese name: 2-(6-甲基吡啶-3-基)乙腈), CAS: 52426-67-2, molecular formula: C8H8N2, molecular weight: 132.16300. The boiling point is 257.871ºC. Store sealed and dry at 2-8°C. For research-use only, not for medical or clinical usage.


 Names

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Name 2-(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile
Synonym More Synonyms

 Chemical & Physical Properties

This table shows physicochemical parameters including melting point, boiling point, density, solubility and optical rotation. Missing data is marked as N/A.

Density 1.056g/cm3
Boiling Point 257.871ºC at 760 mmHg
Molecular Formula C8H8N2
Molecular Weight 132.16300
Flash Point 99.053ºC
Exact Mass 132.06900
PSA 36.68000
LogP 1.45608
Index of Refraction 1.53
InChIKey ZTPNSVPRINUIGX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES Cc1ccc(CC#N)cn1

 MSDS

This table provides MSDS information including hazard classification, first‑aid, fire‑fighting, spill handling, operation and storage instructions.

Material Safety Data Sheet

Section1. Identification of the substance
Product Name: 2-(6-Methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile
Synonyms:

Section2. Hazards identification
Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin, and if swallowed.

Section3. Composition/information on ingredients.
Ingredient name:2-(6-Methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile
CAS number:52426-67-2

Section4. First aid measures
Skin contact:Immediately wash skin with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes while removing
contaminated clothing and shoes. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
Eye contact:Immediately wash skin with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate
flushing of the eyes by separating the eyelids with fingers. If irritation persists, seek medical
attention.
Inhalation:Remove to fresh air. In severe cases or if symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
Ingestion:Wash out mouth with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention.

Section5. Fire fighting measures
In the event of a fire involving this material, alone or in combination with other materials, use dry
powder or carbon dioxide extinguishers. Protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus
should be worn.

Section6. Accidental release measures
Personal precautions: Wear suitable personal protective equipment which performs satisfactorily and meets local/state/national
standards.
Respiratory precaution:Wear approved mask/respirator
Hand precaution:Wear suitable gloves/gauntlets
Skin protection:Wear suitable protective clothing
Eye protection:Wear suitable eye protection
Methods for cleaning up: Mix with sand or similar inert absorbent material, sweep up and keep in a tightly closed container
for disposal. See section 12.
Environmental precautions: Do not allow material to enter drains or water courses.

Section7. Handling and storage
Handling:This product should be handled only by, or under the close supervision of, those properly qualified
in the handling and use of potentially hazardous chemicals, who should take into account the fire,
health and chemical hazard data given on this sheet.
Storage:Store in closed vessels.

Section8. Exposure Controls / Personal protection
Engineering Controls: Use only in a chemical fume hood.
Personal protective equipment: Wear laboratory clothing, chemical-resistant gloves and safety goggles.
General hydiene measures: Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

Section9. Physical and chemical properties
Appearance:Not specified
Boiling point:No data
Melting point:No data
Flash point:No data
Density:No data
Molecular formula: C8H8N2
Molecular weight: 132.2

Section10. Stability and reactivity
Conditions to avoid: Heat, flames and sparks.
Materials to avoid: Oxidizing agents.
Possible hazardous combustion products: Carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides.

Section11. Toxicological information
No data.

Section12. Ecological information
No data.

Section13. Disposal consideration
Arrange disposal as special waste, by licensed disposal company, in consultation with local waste
disposal authority, in accordance with national and regional regulations.

Section14. Transportation information
Non-harzardous for air and ground transportation.

Section15. Regulatory information
No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III, Section
302, or have known CAS numbers that exceed the threshold reporting levels established by SARA
Title III, Section 313.


SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A

 Safety Information

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Hazard Codes Xn
HS Code 2933399090

 Synthetic Route

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Literature: Chen, Chen; Wilcoxen, Keith M.; Huang, Charles Q.; Xie, Yun-Feng; McCarthy, James R.; Webb, Thomas R.; Zhu, Yun-Fei; Saunders, John; Liu, Xin-Jun; Chen, Ta-Kung; Bozigian, Haig; Grigoriadis, Dimitri E. Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, 2004 , vol. 47, # 19 p. 4787 - 4798

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Literature: Chen, Chen; Wilcoxen, Keith M.; Huang, Charles Q.; Xie, Yun-Feng; McCarthy, James R.; Webb, Thomas R.; Zhu, Yun-Fei; Saunders, John; Liu, Xin-Jun; Chen, Ta-Kung; Bozigian, Haig; Grigoriadis, Dimitri E. Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, 2004 , vol. 47, # 19 p. 4787 - 4798

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Literature: Chen, Chen; Wilcoxen, Keith M.; Huang, Charles Q.; Xie, Yun-Feng; McCarthy, James R.; Webb, Thomas R.; Zhu, Yun-Fei; Saunders, John; Liu, Xin-Jun; Chen, Ta-Kung; Bozigian, Haig; Grigoriadis, Dimitri E. Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, 2004 , vol. 47, # 19 p. 4787 - 4798

 Precursor & DownStream

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Precursor  5

DownStream  0

 Customs

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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%

 Synonyms

This table collects all English aliases, systematic names and CAS‑related synonyms of the compound.

3-Pyridineacetonitrile,6-methyl
6-Methyl-3-pyridineacetonitrile

 2-(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile | FAQ

This section contains frequently‑asked‑questions about this compound, including basic parameters, properties, storage conditions and corresponding answers.

Q: What is the LogP of 2-(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile?
A: LogP of 2-(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile is 1.45608.
Q: What is the English name of 2-(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile?
A: The English name of 2-(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile is 2-(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile.
Q: What is the CAS number of 2-(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile?
A: CAS number of 2-(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile is 52426-67-2.
Q: What is the boiling point of 2-(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile?
A: Boiling point of 2-(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile is 257.871ºC at 760 mmHg.
Q: What are the upstream materials of 2-(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile?
A: Related upstream materials(CAS) of 2-(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile: 773837-37-9;52426-66-1;34107-46-5;5470-70-2;143-33-9.
Q: What is the molecular formula of 2-(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile?
A: Molecular formula of 2-(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile is C8H8N2.
Q: What is the SMILES notation of 2-(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile?
A: SMILES notation of 2-(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile is Cc1ccc(CC#N)cn1.
Q: What is the polar surface area (PSA) of 2-(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile?
A: Polar surface area (PSA) of 2-(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile is 36.68000.
Q: What English synonyms does 2-(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile have?
A: English synonyms of 2-(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile: 3-Pyridineacetonitrile,6-methyl, 6-Methyl-3-pyridineacetonitrile.
Q: What is the molecular weight of 2-(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile?
A: Molecular weight of 2-(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile is 132.16300.

 2-(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)acetonitrilefactory

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Shanghai Nianxing Industrial Co., Ltd
Dayang Chem (Hangzhou) Co., Ltd.
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