6-Methylpyridine-2,4-Diol

About 6-Methylpyridine-2,4-Diol

6-Methylpyridine-2,4-Diol is a pyridine derivative carrying the CAS registry number 70254-45-4. Formula C6H7NO2, molecular weight 125.13 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 4-hydroxy-6-methyl-1H-pyridin-2-one. Common synonyms include 4-Hydroxy-6-methyl-2(1H)-pyridinone and 4-hydroxy-6-methylpyridin-2(1H)-one.

Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span organic synthesis and API synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation. Larger quantities and custom packaging are available. Request a quote for pricing and lead time.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	6-Methylpyridine-2,4-Diol
Catalogue No.	VQ-051184
CAS Number	70254-45-4
IUPAC name	4-hydroxy-6-methyl-1H-pyridin-2-one
Molecular formula	C₆H₇NO₂
Molecular weight	125.13 g/mol
Exact mass	125.0477
HSN code	2933
InChIKey	WKGSLYHMRQRARV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CC(=CC(=O)N1)O
PubChem CID	54691419

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 2
TPSA	49.3 Å²
Synonyms	4-Hydroxy-6-methyl-2(1H)-pyridinone, 4-hydroxy-6-methylpyridin-2(1H)-one, 2(1H)-Pyridinone, 4-hydroxy-6-methyl-, 2-hydroxy-6-methyl-1H-pyridin-4-one, 2-Hydroxy-6-methylpyridin-4(1H)-one, 4-Hydroxy-6-Methyl-1,2-Dihydropyridin-2-One, 2,4-Pyridinediol,6-methyl-(9CI), 2-hydroxy-6-methyl-1,4-dihydropyridin-4-one, 4-hydroxy-6-methyl-2-oxo-1,2-dihydropyridine, 4-hydroxy-6-methyl-2(1h)-pyridone, 2(1H)-Pyridone, 4-hydroxy-6-methyl-

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May 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.

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 6-Methylpyridine-2,4-Diol?

The CAS Registry Number of 6-Methylpyridine-2,4-Diol is 70254-45-4. It is also known as 4-Hydroxy-6-methyl-2(1H)-pyridinone, 4-hydroxy-6-methylpyridin-2(1H)-one, 2(1H)-Pyridinone, 4-hydroxy-6-methyl-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 6-Methylpyridine-2,4-Diol?

6-Methylpyridine-2,4-Diol has the molecular formula C6H7NO2 and a molecular weight of 125.13 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 4-hydroxy-6-methyl-1H-pyridin-2-one.

Which grade and pack sizes of 6-Methylpyridine-2,4-Diol can I order?

We supply 6-Methylpyridine-2,4-Diol, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 6-Methylpyridine-2,4-Diol?

Yes. Every lot of 6-Methylpyridine-2,4-Diol 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 6-Methylpyridine-2,4-Diol be shipped internationally?

Yes. 6-Methylpyridine-2,4-Diol 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.