CAS 1122-69-6

2-Ethyl-6-methylpyridine

Description:

2-Ethyl-6-methylpyridine is an organic compound belonging to the class of pyridines, which are aromatic heterocyclic compounds containing a nitrogen atom in the ring. This particular compound features a pyridine ring substituted with an ethyl group at the 2-position and a methyl group at the 6-position. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic odor, and it is soluble in organic solvents while being less soluble in water. The compound exhibits a boiling point that is higher than that of many simple pyridines, reflecting its larger molecular structure. 2-Ethyl-6-methylpyridine is used in various applications, including as a solvent and in the synthesis of other chemical compounds. Its presence in certain natural products and its potential role in biological systems make it of interest in both industrial and research contexts. Additionally, like many pyridine derivatives, it may exhibit basic properties due to the nitrogen atom in the ring, allowing it to participate in various chemical reactions.

Formula: C₈H₁₁N

InChI: InChI=1S/C8H11N/c1-3-8-6-4-5-7(2)9-8/h4-6H,3H2,1-2H3

InChI key: InChIKey=SFSXNVBMAODLGN-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(C)C=1N=C(C)C=CC1

Synonyms:

• 2-Methyl-6-ethylpyridine
• 2-Ethyl-6-methylpyridine
• 6-Ethyl-2-methylpyridine
• 2-Picoline, 6-ethyl-
• Pyridine, 2-ethyl-6-methyl-

2-Ethyl-6-Methylpyridine

CAS: 1122-69-6

Formula: C₈H₁₁N

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Liquid

Molecular weight: 121.1796

Ref: IN-DA00832Y

2-ethyl-6-methylpyridine

CAS: 1122-69-6

2-ethyl-6-methylpyridine

Purity: ≥95%

Molecular weight: 121.18g/mol

Ref: 54-OR22217

2-Ethyl-6-methylpyridine

CAS: 1122-69-6

Ref: 7W-GK3768

2-Ethyl-6-methylpyridine

CAS: 1122-69-6

Formula: C₈H₁₁N

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Liquid, Colorless to light yellow liquid

Molecular weight: 121.183

Ref: 10-F219156

2-Ethyl-6-methylpyridine

CAS: 1122-69-6

2-Ethyl-6-methylpyridine is an organic compound that has been analyzed in a range of experiments, including the determination of its melting point. The compound has been found to be crystalline in nature, and this property can be used to determine its purity. 2-Ethyl-6-methylpyridine is a colorless liquid with a sweet odor that can be detected at concentrations as low as 0.5 parts per million. It is soluble in organic solvents such as benzene, chloroform, and acetone. This reagent is also known for its ability to catalyze reactions involving ketones and esters. 2-Ethyl-6-methylpyridine may be used as a marker for tobacco smoke, but it is not currently approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for this purpose.

Formula: C₈H₁₁N

Purity: Min. 95%

Molecular weight: 121.18 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FE55042