Methyl Isonicotinate, CAS No. 2459-09-8

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2459-09-8

Catalog No. EBD14565

CAS 2459-09-8

Name Methyl Isonicotinate

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Basic Information

Synonyms: methyl4-pyridinecarboxylate methylpyridine-4-carboxylate isonicotinicacidmethylester pyridine-4-carboxylicacidmethylester rarechemalbf0097 4-carbomethoxypyridine 4-methoxycarbonylpyridine Methylisonicotinate 1-methylpyridinium-4-carboxylate

Molecular Formula: C7H7NO2

Molecular Weight: 137.14

MDL Number: MFCD00006427

Categories: Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Carboxylic Acids and Esters Medicinal Chemistry > Pharmaceutical Intermediates > Heterocyclic Intermediates

Product Description:

Methyl Isonicotinate is an ester derivative of isonicotinic acid, featuring a pyridine ring with a methyl ester substituent at the 4-position. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic odor, commonly used as a building block in organic synthesis. Its primary application is as a key intermediate in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly in the synthesis of anti-tuberculosis drugs like isoniazid and other heterocyclic compounds. It also serves as a versatile synthetic building block for constructing more complex molecules, including agrochemicals and coordination compounds. Additionally, it is utilized in research settings for developing novel drug candidates and studying pyridine-based chemistry.

Physical Properties

Melting Point: 8-8.5 °C(lit.)

Boiling Point: 207-209 °C(lit.)

Flash Point: 82 °C

Density: 1.161 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)

Refractivity: n20/D 1.512(lit.)

Storage: 2-8°C

Safety Information

Packing Level: III

Hazard Category: /

Transport Codes: 1993