Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 6-Amino-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid (CAS: 23628-31-1)?
Answer
6-Amino-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid (CAS: 23628-31-1) appears as a white to off-white crystalline solid. Its molecular weight is approximately 156.16 g/mol. The compound is moderately soluble in water and slightly soluble in ethanol. It is highly reactive owing to the amino group and carboxylic acid group, making it susceptible to hydrolysis and condensation reactions.
About
CAS No
23628-31-1
English Name
6-Amino-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid
Molecular Formula
C6H6N2O2
Molecular Weight
138.13 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=NC(=C1)N)C(=O)O
InChIKey
NMCKJFCJIHCHIS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-22 19:21
