Molekula
4-Aminopyridine
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4-Aminopyridine is a heterocyclic organic compound used in pharmaceutical synthesis and as an intermediate in the production of dyes and agrochemicals. It is also the active ingredient in avicide products for controlling nuisance birds, serves as a textile dye fixative, and is used in laboratory research as a potassium channel blocker. It is a white to pale yellow crystalline solid with a molecular weight of 94.11 g/mol, a CAS number of 504-24-5, and a molecular formula of C5H6N2. It is stable at ambient temperatures and should be stored under normal conditions. Molekula supplies 4-Aminopyridine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 g — $111.20 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | 158 - 162℃ |
| Sulphated Ash | ≤0.5% |
| Moisture | ≤0.5% |
| Assay HPLC | ≥99.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 156 °C |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystals |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 159 °C |
| Boiling Point | 273 °C |
| Water Solubility | 112 g/L at 20 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in ethyl ether, benzene; slightly soluble in ligroin; very soluble in ethanol |
| Vapour Pressure | 2.09 × 10⁻⁴ mmHg at 20 °C |
| pKa | pKa = 11 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 0.32 |
Source: PubChem CID 1727 (HSDB, DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 11822791 |
| CAS Number | 504-24-5 |
| IUPAC Name | pyridin-4-amine |
| EC Number | 207-987-9 |
| Molecular Formula | 4-(NH2)C5H4N |
| Molecular Weight | 94.11 |
| Exact Mass | 94.0531 |
| SMILES | C1=CN=CC=C1N |
| InChIKey | NUKYPUAOHBNCPY-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C5H6N2/c6-5-1-3-7-4-2-5/h1-4H,(H2,6,7) |
| PubChem CID | 1727 |
| UN Number | UN2671 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2933.39.92.00 |
| Tariff Code | 2933399999 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Toxic
GHS06
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H300 Fatal if swallowed
- H311 + H331 Toxic in contact with skin or if inhaled
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- 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
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- 4-Pyridinamine
- 4-Pyridylamine
- Ampyra
- Avitrol
- Dalfampridine
- Fampridine
- gamma-Aminopyridine
- p-Aminopyridine
- Phillips 1861
- pyridin-4-amine
Frequently asked questions
What is 4-Aminopyridine used for?
It is primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the production of antiviral and neurological drugs.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 4-Aminopyridine?
The formula is C5H6N2 and the molecular weight is 94.11 g/mol.
How should 4-Aminopyridine be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light, in a tightly sealed container.
What grade of 4-Aminopyridine does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies 4-Aminopyridine in technical grade, suitable for research and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply 4-Aminopyridine in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply 4-Aminopyridine in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a purchase of 4-Aminopyridine?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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