Molekula
2-Chloro-6-hydroxypyridine
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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.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
Specifications available on request — see Documents below or contact our sales team.
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 41255078 |
| CAS Number | 16879-02-0 |
| IUPAC Name | 6-chloro-1H-pyridin-2-one |
| EC Number | 240-909-1 |
| Molecular Formula | C5H4ClNO |
| Molecular Weight | 129.54 |
| Exact Mass | 128.9981 |
| SMILES | C1=CC(=O)NC(=C1)Cl |
| InChIKey | CLNNBQDAAGDAHI-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C5H4ClNO/c6-4-2-1-3-5(8)7-4/h1-3H,(H,7,8) |
| PubChem CID | 85621 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 29339982 |
| Tariff Code | 2933998090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- 2(1H)-Pyridinone, 6-chloro-
- 6-chloro-1,2-dihydropyridin-2-one
- 6-chloro-1H-pyridin-2-one
- 6-Chloro-2-hydroxypyridine
- 6-Chloro-2-pyridinol
- 6-Chloro-2-pyridone
- 6-Chloro-2(1H)-pyridinone
- 6-Chloropyridin-2-ol
- 6-Chloropyridin-2(1H)-one
- 6-Chloropyridn-2-ol
Frequently asked questions
What is 2-Chloro-6-hydroxypyridine commonly used for?
2-Chloro-6-hydroxypyridine is primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals, including the production of pyridine-based derivatives.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 2-Chloro-6-hydroxypyridine?
The chemical formula is C5H4ClNO, and the molecular weight is 129.54 g/mol.
How should 2-Chloro-6-hydroxypyridine be stored?
Store at ambient temperature in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances and moisture.
What purity grades are available for this product?
Grade and purity specifications are not published on this page. Please contact Molekula and specify your application for exact specifications.
Can Molekula supply 2-Chloro-6-hydroxypyridine in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer bulk quantities upon request—contact our sales team for pricing and lead times.
What documentation is provided with an order of 2-Chloro-6-hydroxypyridine?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
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