Molekula
2,6-Pyridinedimethanol
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2,6-Pyridinedimethanol is an organic compound featuring two hydroxymethyl groups attached to a pyridine ring, primarily used as a ligand in coordination chemistry, pharmaceutical intermediates, and specialty polymer synthesis. It appears as a white to off-white crystalline solid with a mild odor. This chemical has a CAS number of 1195-59-1, molecular formula C7H9NO2, and a molecular weight of 139.15 g/mol. It is stored at ambient conditions but requires careful handling due to its hazardous classification, marked with a **Danger** signal word. Molekula supplies 2,6-Pyridinedimethanol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless crystalline solid |
| Melting Point | 114 - 116 Deg C |
| Boiling Point | 148 Deg C/5mm |
| Solubility | Highly soluble in water, in ethanol. Low soluble in benzene and toluene |
| Purity (GC) | >99% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 21665574 |
| CAS Number | 1195-59-1 |
| IUPAC Name | [6-(hydroxymethyl)-2-pyridinyl]methanol |
| EC Number | 214-803-0 |
| Molecular Formula | C7H9NO2 |
| Molecular Weight | 139.15 |
| Exact Mass | 139.0633 |
| SMILES | C1=CC(=NC(=C1)CO)CO |
| InChIKey | WWFMINHWJYHXHF-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C7H9NO2/c9-4-6-2-1-3-7(5-10)8-6/h1-3,9-10H,4-5H2 |
| PubChem CID | 70957 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2933.39.92.00 |
| Tariff Code | 2933399999 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- 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
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- [6-(hydroxymethyl)-2-pyridyl]methan-1-ol
- [6-(hydroxymethyl)-2-pyridyl]methanol
- [6-(hydroxymethyl)pyridin-2-yl]methanol
- 2,6-Bis(hydroxymethyl)pyridine
- 2,6-dihydroxymethyl pyridine
- LABOTEST-BB LT00233124
- Oprea1_777136
- Pyridine-2,6-dimethanol
- Pyridine-2,6-diyldimethanol
- Pyridine, 2,6-dicarbinol
Frequently asked questions
What is 2,6-Pyridinedimethanol commonly used for?
2,6-Pyridinedimethanol is primarily used as a ligand in coordination chemistry, a building block in organic synthesis, and in the preparation of pharmaceutical intermediates.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,6-Pyridinedimethanol?
The molecular formula is **C7H9NO2**, and the molecular weight is **139.15 g/mol**.
How should 2,6-Pyridinedimethanol be stored?
Store in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from moisture and incompatible substances.
What purity grades are available for this product?
Molekula supplies **technical grade** and **analytical/pharmaceutical grade** (if applicable) for 2,6-Pyridinedimethanol—confirm specifications before ordering.
Can Molekula supply 2,6-Pyridinedimethanol in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer bulk packaging options (e.g., 5 kg, 25 kg, or larger) for 2,6-Pyridinedimethanol—contact us for pricing and lead times.
What documentation is provided with an order of 2,6-Pyridinedimethanol?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS/SDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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