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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.
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
Specifications
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 | 250 g |
Beilstein | 107851 |
Sensitivity | Hygroscopic |
Merck Index | 14,6527 |
Solubility Information | Fully miscible in water. |
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Safety and Handling
- Pyridine-3-methanol
- Warning
- Acute toxicity Category 4
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
- Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
- H302-Harmful if swallowed.
- H315-Causes skin irritation.
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
- P261-Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P301+P312-IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician/ if you feel unwell.
- P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
- P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : 3-Pyridinemethanol
RUO – Research Use Only
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