Atomfair Methyl 2-pyridylacetate C8H9NO2 CAS 1658-42-0

Methyl 2-pyridylacetate (CAS No. 1658-42-0) is a high-purity organic compound with the molecular formula C8H9NO2, widely utilized in pharmaceutical and chemical research. This ester derivative of 2-pyridineacetic acid is characterized by its clear to pale-yellow liquid appearance and distinct aromatic properties. With an IUPAC name of methyl 2-pyridin-2-ylacetate , it serves as a versatile building block in synthetic chemistry, particularly in the preparation of heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). Our product is rigorously tested to ensure ≥98% purity (GC), making it ideal for sensitive applications. Packaged under inert gas to prevent degradation, it is available in quantities ranging…

Description

Methyl 2-pyridylacetate (CAS No. 1658-42-0) is a high-purity organic compound with the molecular formula C8H9NO2, widely utilized in pharmaceutical and chemical research. This ester derivative of 2-pyridineacetic acid is characterized by its clear to pale-yellow liquid appearance and distinct aromatic properties. With an IUPAC name of methyl 2-pyridin-2-ylacetate, it serves as a versatile building block in synthetic chemistry, particularly in the preparation of heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). Our product is rigorously tested to ensure ≥98% purity (GC), making it ideal for sensitive applications. Packaged under inert gas to prevent degradation, it is available in quantities ranging from 1g to 1kg with customizable bulk options.

Properties

  • CAS Number: 1658-42-0
  • Complexity: 136
  • IUPAC Name: methyl 2-(2-pyridyl)acetate
  • InChI: InChI=1S/C8H9NO2/c1-11-8(10)6-7-4-2-3-5-9-7/h2-5H,6H2,1H3
  • InChI Key: ORAKNQSHWMHCEY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
  • Exact Mass: 151.063328530
  • Molecular Formula: C8H9NO2
  • Molecular Weight: 151.16
  • SMILES: COC(=O)CC1=CC=CC=N1
  • Topological: 39.2
  • Monoisotopic Mass: 151.063328530
  • Synonyms: Methyl 2-pyridylacetate, 1658-42-0, 2-Pyridineacetic acid, methyl ester, EINECS 216-759-8, DTXSID90168027, NSC 72093, DTXCID8090518, 216-759-8, oraknqshwmhcey-uhfffaoysa-n, methyl 2-(pyridin-2-yl)acetate, 2-Pyridylacetic Acid Methyl Ester, methyl 2-pyridin-2-ylacetate, 2-Pyridineacetic Acid Methyl Ester, METHYL PYRIDINE-2-ACETATE, methyl 2-(2-pyridyl)acetate, Methyl 2-Pyridineacetate, Methyl 2-pyridinylacetate, MFCD00006358, NSC-72093, methyl pyridin-2-ylacetate, 2-[(Methoxycarbonyl)methyl]pyridine; Methyl 2-(2-pyridyl)acetate; Methyl 2-(pyridin-2-yl)acetate, Pyridin-2-yl-acetic acid methyl ester, Methyl 2-pyridinylacetate #, SCHEMBL78000, 237A7LB4JC, Methyl 2-pyridylacetate, 98%, SCHEMBL1515148, SCHEMBL6013805, SCHEMBL6596527, HMS1773O10, NSC72093, 2-[(Methoxycarbonyl)methyl]pyridine, pyridin-2-ylacetic acid methyl ester, AKOS001200251, PB18397, AC-30972, FM154992, SY030291, TS-01994, CS-0020075, NS00025428, P1268, EN300-23395, Z147652450

Application

Methyl 2-pyridylacetate is a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly for neuroactive compounds and enzyme inhibitors. It is employed in cross-coupling reactions to construct complex pyridine-containing scaffolds. Researchers also utilize it as a precursor for ligands in catalytic systems and as a flavor/fragrance component due to its aromatic profile.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

  • H315 (97.7%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
  • H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
  • H335 (97.7%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]

Precautionary Statements

  • P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P280, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501

Hazard Classes and Categories

  • Skin Irrit. 2 (97.7%)
  • Eye Irrit. 2 (100%)
  • STOT SE 3 (97.7%)

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