2-Aminopyridine, 99%

Description

CAS: 504-29-0 | C5H6N2 | 94.117 g/mol

A compound has been shown to reversibly block voltage-dependent potassium channels. Also a common impurity from the synthesis of compounds found in hair dye. Used as a water miscible solvent and as an intermediate in manufacturing pharmaceuticals like diuretics. It is used as a research tool, in characterizing subtypes of the potassium channel.

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Applications
A compound has been shown to reversibly block voltage-dependent potassium channels. Also a common impurity from the synthesis of compounds found in hair dye. Used as a water miscible solvent and as an intermediate in manufacturing pharmaceuticals like diuretics. It is used as a research tool, in characterizing subtypes of the potassium channel.

Solubility
Slightly soluble in water(8g/100 mL at 19°C)

Notes
Hygroscopic. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Store away from strong oxidizing agents, acids.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 504-29-0
• Molecular Formula: C5H6N2
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 94.117
• MDL Number: MFCD00006312
• InChI Key: ICSNLGPSRYBMBD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: 2-aminopyridine, 2-pyridinamine, 2-pyridylamine, aminopyridine, pyridinamine, o-aminopyridine, 2-aminopyridin, 2-aminopryidine, amino-2 pyridine, pyridine, 2-amino
• PubChem CID: 10439
• IUPAC Name: pyridin-2-amine
• SMILES: C1=CC=NC(=C1)N

• Melting Point: 56°C to 60°C
• Boiling Point: 209°C to 211°C
• Flash Point: 92°C (197°F)
• Quantity: 250 g
• UN Number: UN2671
• Beilstein: 105785
• Sensitivity: Hygroscopic
• Merck Index: 14,473
• Solubility Information: Slightly soluble in water(8g/100 mL at 19°C)
• Formula Weight: 94.12
• Percent Purity: 99%
• Chemical Name or Material: 2-Aminopyridine

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category	H301-H312-H315-H319-H500
Hazard Statement	GHS H Statement H301-H331-H312-H315-H319-H335 Toxic if swallowed. Toxic if inhaled. Harmful in contact with skin. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary Statement	P264b-P270-P280-P301+P310-P302+P352-P305+P351+P338-P312-P330-P332+P313-P362-P501c
DOTInformation	Transport Hazard Class: 6.1; Packing Group: II; Proper Shipping Name: AMINOPYRIDINES
EINECSNumber	207-988-4
RTECSNumber	US1575000
TSCA	Yes
Recommended Storage	Ambient temperatures; Store under Nitrogen

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only