2-Amino-5-methylpyridine, 99%

About 2-Amino-5-methylpyridine, 99%

2-Amino-5-methylpyridine is a pyridine derivative carrying the CAS registry number 1603-41-4, specified at ≥99% purity. Formula C6H8N2, molecular weight 108.14 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 5-methylpyridin-2-amine. It is also known as 2-Amino-5-picoline or 6-Amino-3-picoline.

It is supplied as white to yellow crystals or crystalline. Key physical data: a melting point of 76-77 °C and a boiling point of 227 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 6 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for pharmaceutical synthesis and fine chemical synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 25 g, 100 g and 5 x 1 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Pharmaceutical synthesis
Fine chemical synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Amino-5-methylpyridine, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-011711
CAS Number	1603-41-4
IUPAC name	5-methylpyridin-2-amine
Molecular formula	C₆H₈N₂
Molecular weight	108.14 g/mol
Exact mass	108.0687
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	29333990
InChIKey	CMBSSVKZOPZBKW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CN=C(C=C1)N
PubChem CID	15348

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to yellow crystals or crystalline
Melting point	76-77 °C
Boiling point	227 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	38.9 Å²
Synonyms	2-Amino-5-picoline, 6-Amino-3-picoline, 2-Pyridinamine, 5-methyl-, 6-Amino-3-methylpyridine, 5-Methyl-2-aminopyridine, 5-Methyl-2-pyridinamine, 3-Picoline, 6-amino-, 5-Methyl-2-pyridylamine, 5-methylpyridin-2-ylamine, 2-amino-5-methyl pyridine, 5-Methyl-pyridin-2-ylamine, (5-Methylpyridin-2-yl)amine

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Toxic

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H301Toxic if swallowed
H311Toxic in contact with skin
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H331Toxic if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P262, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P316, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P316, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P361 + P364, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Amino-5-methylpyridine, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Amino-5-methylpyridine, 99% is 1603-41-4. It is also known as 2-Amino-5-picoline, 6-Amino-3-picoline, 2-Pyridinamine, 5-methyl-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Amino-5-methylpyridine, 99%?

2-Amino-5-methylpyridine, 99% has the molecular formula C6H8N2 and a molecular weight of 108.14 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 5-methylpyridin-2-amine.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Amino-5-methylpyridine, 99% can I order?

We supply 2-Amino-5-methylpyridine, 99% in (≥99%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 5 x 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Amino-5-methylpyridine, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Amino-5-methylpyridine, 99% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 2-Amino-5-methylpyridine, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Amino-5-methylpyridine, 99% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.