3-(Chloromethyl)pyridine hydrochloride, 96%

About 3-(Chloromethyl)pyridine hydrochloride, 96%

3-(Chloromethyl)pyridine hydrochloride is a pyridine derivative carrying the CAS registry number 6959-48-4 at a purity of 96%. With the molecular formula C6H7Cl2N, it has a molar mass of 164.03 g/mol. It is also known as 3-Picolyl chloride hydrochloride or 3-Chloromethylpyridine hydrochloride.

It is supplied as a solid. Reported physical data include a melting point of 137-143 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include organic synthesis and API synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer 3-(Chloromethyl)pyridine hydrochloride in 25 g, 100 g and 1 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	3-(Chloromethyl)pyridine hydrochloride, 96%
Catalogue No.	VQ-011762
CAS Number	6959-48-4
IUPAC name	3-(chloromethyl)pyridine;hydrochloride
Molecular formula	C₆H₇Cl₂N
Molecular weight	164.03 g/mol
Exact mass	162.9956
Purity / assay	96%
HSN code	29399900
InChIKey	UZGLOGCJCWBBIV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC(=CN=C1)CCl.Cl
PubChem CID	23394

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
Appearance	Solid
Melting point	137-143 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	12.9 Å²
Synonyms	3-Picolyl chloride hydrochloride, 3-Chloromethylpyridine hydrochloride, 3-Pyridylmethyl chloride hydrochloride, Pyridine, 3-(chloromethyl)-, hydrochloride, 3-(Chloromethyl)pyridinium chloride, 3-(Chloromethyl) pyridine, hydrochloride, Pyridine, 3-chloromethyl-, hydrochloride, 3-(Chloromethyl)pyridine HCl, 3-(Chloromethyl)pyridine.HCl, 3-Picolylchloride hydrochloride, 3-Chloromethyl-pyridine hydrochloride, 3-(chloromethyl)pyridine, chloride

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Precautionary statements: P260, P264, P270, P280, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P321, P330, P363, 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 3-(Chloromethyl)pyridine hydrochloride, 96%?

The CAS Registry Number of 3-(Chloromethyl)pyridine hydrochloride, 96% is 6959-48-4. It is also known as 3-Picolyl chloride hydrochloride, 3-Chloromethylpyridine hydrochloride, 3-Pyridylmethyl chloride hydrochloride.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-(Chloromethyl)pyridine hydrochloride, 96%?

3-(Chloromethyl)pyridine hydrochloride, 96% has the molecular formula C6H7Cl2N and a molecular weight of 164.03 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of 3-(Chloromethyl)pyridine hydrochloride, 96% can I order?

We supply 3-(Chloromethyl)pyridine hydrochloride, 96% in (96%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 3-(Chloromethyl)pyridine hydrochloride, 96%?

Yes. Every lot of 3-(Chloromethyl)pyridine hydrochloride, 96% 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 3-(Chloromethyl)pyridine hydrochloride, 96% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 3-(Chloromethyl)pyridine hydrochloride, 96% 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.