CAS Registry Number

CAS 16879-02-0 — 2-Chloro-6-hydroxypyridine

2-Chloro-6-hydroxypyridine is an organic heterocyclic compound featuring a pyridine ring with chlorine and hydroxyl substituents. It serves as a key intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis, agrochemical formulations, and specialty chemical production, particularly in the manufacture of herbicides and APIs. This solid compound has a CAS number of 16879-02-0, a molecular formula of C5H4ClNO, and a molecular weight of 129.54 g/mol. It is stored at ambient conditions and carries a signal word of *Warning* for safety classification. Molekula supplies 2-Chloro-6-hydroxypyridine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.