3-Pyridinemethanol, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

3-Pyridinemethanol is a useful synthetic intermediate. Among other uses, it has been used in the synthesis of histone deacetylase inhibitors. It is also used to solubilize riboflavin and as a peripheral vasodilator; alcohol analog of nicotinic acid; a direct-acting peripheral vasodilator that is used in vasospasm and threatened gangrene.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Solubility
Fully miscible in water.

Notes
Hygroscopic. Store away from oxidizing agents and water/moisture. Keep the container tightly closed and place it in a cool, dry and well ventilated condition. Store under inert gas. Protect from humidity.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 100-55-0
• Molecular Formula: C6H7NO
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 109.13
• MDL Number: MFCD00006407
• InChI Key: MVQVNTPHUGQQHK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: 3-pyridinemethanol, nicotinyl alcohol, 3-hydroxymethyl pyridine, 3-pyridylmethanol, nicotinic alcohol, 3-pyridylcarbinol, roniacol, pyridylcarbinol, 3-pyridinylmethanol, pyridine-3-carbinol
• PubChem CID: 7510
• IUPAC Name: pyridin-3-ylmethanol
• SMILES: OCC1=CC=CN=C1

• Melting Point: -8°C to -6°C
• Density: 1.13
• Boiling Point: 154°C (28 mmHg)
• Flash Point: 149°C (300°F)
• Refractive Index: 1.545
• Quantity: 1000 g
• Beilstein: 107851
• Sensitivity: Hygroscopic
• Merck Index: 14,6527
• Solubility Information: Fully miscible in water.
• Formula Weight: 109.13
• Percent Purity: 98%
• Chemical Name or Material: 3-Pyridinemethanol

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