Molekula
3-Acetylpyridine
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3-Acetylpyridine is an organic compound featuring a pyridine ring with an acetyl substituent, widely used as an intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis, agrochemicals, and specialty chemical production. It appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic odor. This chemical has a CAS number of 350-03-8, a molecular formula of C7H7NO, and a molecular weight of 121.14 g/mol. It is stored at ambient conditions and classified with a signal word of "Danger." Molekula supplies 3-Acetylpyridine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless to slight yellow to brown liquid or solid |
| Purity (GC) | ≥98.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 104 °C |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 13.5 °C |
| Boiling Point | 228 to 230 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in acids,alcohol, ether, and water |
Source: PubChem CID 9589 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB), Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 65506989 |
| CAS Number | 350-03-8 |
| IUPAC Name | 1-pyridin-3-ylethanone |
| EC Number | 206-496-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C7H7NO |
| Molecular Weight | 121.14 |
| Exact Mass | 121.0528 |
| SMILES | CC(=O)C1=CN=CC=C1 |
| InChIKey | WEGYGNROSJDEIW-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C7H7NO/c1-6(9)7-3-2-4-8-5-7/h2-5H,1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 9589 |
| UN Number | UN2810 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29333992 |
| Tariff Code | 2933399990 |
Safety & GHS
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Toxic
GHS06
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H301 Toxic if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- 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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Synonyms
- 1-(3-Pyridinyl)ethanone
- 1-(pyridin-3-yl)ethan-1-one
- 1-pyridin-3-ylethanone
- 3-Acetopyridine
- beta-Acetylpyridine
- Ethanone, 1-(3-pyridinyl)-
- FEMA No. 3424
- Ketone, methyl 3-pyridyl
- Methyl 3-pyridyl ketone
- Methyl pyridyl ketone
Frequently asked questions
What is 3-Acetylpyridine commonly used for?
3-Acetylpyridine is primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals like vitamin derivatives and ligands for coordination chemistry.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Acetylpyridine?
The molecular formula is **C7H7NO** and the molecular weight is **121.14 g/mol**.
How should 3-Acetylpyridine be stored?
Store at **ambient temperature** in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances like strong oxidizers or reducing agents.
What purity grades of 3-Acetylpyridine does Molekula offer?
Molekula supplies **high-purity (98%+)** 3-Acetylpyridine suitable for research, synthesis, and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply 3-Acetylpyridine in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer **bulk packaging options** (e.g., drums, IBCs) for large-scale orders—please contact us for pricing and availability.
What documentation is provided with an order of 3-Acetylpyridine?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a packing list with batch-specific details.
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