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
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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
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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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?
Molekula supplies **technical and reagent grades**—please 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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