3-METHYL-2-PYRIDINECARBOXALDEHYDE

Synonym(s):3-Methylpyridine-2-carbaldehyde

It is an important raw material and intermediate used in organic synthesis, pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals and dyestuffs.

Melting point:	8°C(lit.)
Boiling point:	84°C/13mmHg(lit.)
Density	1.080 g/mL at 25 °C
refractive index	n20/D 1.538
Flash point:	74 °C
storage temp.	under inert gas (nitrogen or Argon) at 2-8°C
form	Liquid
pka	4.22±0.10(Predicted)
color	Clear colorless to yellow
Water Solubility	Slightly soluble in water.
CAS DataBase Reference	55589-47-4(CAS DataBase Reference)

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H302:Acute toxicity,oral H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H335:Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure;Respiratory tract irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes	P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264:Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P264:Wash skin thouroughly after handling. P270:Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P301+P312:IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF you feel unwell. P302+P352:IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.