Methyl 6-Methylnicotinate
Synonyms: 3-(Methoxycarbonyl)-6-methylpyridine · 5-Methoxycarbonyl-2-methylpyridine · 6-Methyl-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid methyl ester · 6-Methylnicotinic acid methyl ester
Methyl 6-Methylnicotinate (CAS 5470-70-2) – Etoricoxib intermediate. C8H9NO2, MW 151.16. Request a quote: COA, bulk packs and worldwide export.
About Methyl 6-Methylnicotinate
Methyl 6-Methylnicotinate (CAS 5470-70-2) is a process intermediate or related compound of Etoricoxib offered by Vaqora Chemicals. The compound has the formula C8H9NO2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 151.16 g/mol. The IUPAC name is methyl 6-methylpyridine-3-carboxylate. It is also known as 3-(Methoxycarbonyl)-6-methylpyridine or 5-Methoxycarbonyl-2-methylpyridine.
The product is provided as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.
It is a process intermediate or related compound in the synthesis of Etoricoxib, useful for route development, impurity fate-and-purge studies and analytical method development. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.
Available in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, Methyl 6-Methylnicotinate is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. This item is currently in stock for prompt dispatch.
Typical applications
- API route development
- Impurity fate & purge studies
- Analytical method development
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Etoricoxib impuritiesSpecifications & identifiers
| Product name | Methyl 6-Methylnicotinate |
|---|---|
| Catalogue No. | VQ-013563 |
| CAS Number | 5470-70-2 |
| IUPAC name | methyl 6-methylpyridine-3-carboxylate |
| Molecular formula | C8H9NO2 |
| Molecular weight | 151.16 g/mol |
| Exact mass | 151.0633 |
| Grade | Reference Standard |
| HSN code | 2933 |
| InChIKey | VYPPZXZHYDSBSJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| SMILES | CC1=NC=C(C=C1)C(=O)OC |
| PubChem CID | 231548 |
| Physical form | Solid |
|---|---|
| LogP (XLogP3) | 1.2 |
| H-bond donors / acceptors | 0 / 3 |
| TPSA | 39.2 Ų |
| Synonyms | 3-(Methoxycarbonyl)-6-methylpyridine, 5-Methoxycarbonyl-2-methylpyridine, 6-Methyl-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid methyl ester, 6-Methylnicotinic acid methyl ester, Methyl 6-methyl-3-pyridinecarboxylate, Methyl 6-methylaminonicotinate, methyl-6-methylnicotinate, methyl 6-methyl nicotinate, 3-pyridinecarboxylic acid, 6-methyl-, methyl ester, 6-methyl-nicotinic acid methyl ester, 6-Methylpyridine-3-carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester, 6-Methyl(pyridine-3-carboxylic acid)methyl ester |
Safety & hazard information (GHS)
Signal word: Warning
Hazard statements
H315Causes skin irritationH319Causes serious eye irritationH335May cause respiratory 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, P501
Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Methyl 6-Methylnicotinate?
The CAS Registry Number of Methyl 6-Methylnicotinate is 5470-70-2. It is also known as 3-(Methoxycarbonyl)-6-methylpyridine, 5-Methoxycarbonyl-2-methylpyridine, 6-Methyl-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid methyl ester.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 6-Methylnicotinate?
Methyl 6-Methylnicotinate has the molecular formula C8H9NO2 and a molecular weight of 151.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is methyl 6-methylpyridine-3-carboxylate.
What is Methyl 6-Methylnicotinate used for?
Methyl 6-Methylnicotinate is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Etoricoxib. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.
Which grade and pack sizes of Methyl 6-Methylnicotinate can I order?
We supply Methyl 6-Methylnicotinate in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg, 250 mg, 500 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.
Do you provide a COA and SDS with Methyl 6-Methylnicotinate?
Yes. Every lot of Methyl 6-Methylnicotinate 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 Methyl 6-Methylnicotinate be shipped internationally?
Yes. Methyl 6-Methylnicotinate 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.
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