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Methyl nicotinate
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Methyl nicotinate is a methyl ester of nicotinic acid, used in fragrance formulations and as an intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis. It appears as a pale yellow liquid with a characteristic odor. CAS: 93-60-7, Molecular Formula: C7H7NO2, Molecular Weight: 137.14 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Warning. Molekula supplies Methyl nicotinate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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100 g — £29.50 per pack ex VAT · £35.40 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White/ pale yellow// beige crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | 38°C~43°C |
| Water | ≤0.5% |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Assay (dried basis) | ≥99%(GC) |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 38 °C |
| Boiling Point | 209 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.27 mmHg |
Source: PubChem CID 7151 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB), Haz-Map)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 10897417 |
| CAS Number | 93-60-7 |
| IUPAC Name | methyl pyridine-3-carboxylate |
| EC Number | 202-261-8 |
| Molecular Formula | C5NH4COCH3 |
| Molecular Weight | 137.14 |
| Exact Mass | 137.0477 |
| SMILES | COC(=O)C1=CN=CC=C1 |
| InChIKey | YNBADRVTZLEFNH-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C7H7NO2/c1-10-7(9)6-3-2-4-8-5-6/h2-5H,1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 7151 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2933393100 |
| Tariff Code | 2933399999 |
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
- 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
- 3-(Carbomethoxy)pyridine
- 3-(Methoxycarbonyl)pyridine
- 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, methyl ester
- FEMA No. 3709
- Heat spray
- Methyl 3-pyridinecarboxylate
- methyl pyridine-3-carboxylate
- Nicotinic acid, methyl ester
- Nikomet
- Vitathone
Frequently asked questions
What is methyl nicotinate used for?
Methyl nicotinate is primarily used as a fragrance and flavoring agent in cosmetics and food products, and also as an intermediate in organic synthesis.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of methyl nicotinate?
The chemical formula is C7H7NO2 and the molecular weight is 137.14 g/mol.
How should methyl nicotinate be stored?
Methyl nicotinate should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and direct sunlight.
What grade of methyl nicotinate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies methyl nicotinate in technical grade, suitable for industrial and research applications.
Can Molekula supply methyl nicotinate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply methyl nicotinate in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a purchase of methyl nicotinate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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