Methyl nicotinate
Methyl nicotinate (CAS 93-60-7) is the methyl ester of nicotinic acid (vitamin B3), a pyridine-3-carboxylic acid derivative with the molecular formula C7H7NO2 and a molar mass of 137.14 g/mol. Supplied as a high-purity crystalline solid (assay ≥99.0% by GC), it is a versatile heterocyclic building block used in organic and pharmaceutical synthesis and as a research reagent. Tech Serve Solutions supplies and exports it to laboratory, research and manufacturing customers worldwide.
- IUPAC
- Nicotinic acid methyl ester
- Synonyms
- Methyl nicotinateNicotinic acid methyl esterMethyl pyridine-3-carboxylateMethyl 3-pyridinecarboxylatePyridine-3-carboxylic acid methyl esterMethyl ester of nicotinic acid
Heterocyclic building block
Serves as a pyridine-based intermediate in organic synthesis, offering a reactive ester handle for amidation, transesterification, reduction and related transformations toward more complex molecules.
Pharmaceutical and fine-chemical synthesis
Used as a starting material and intermediate in the preparation of nicotinic acid derivatives and other fine chemicals. TSS supplies it as a research/technical grade and does not represent it as USP, BP or EP material.
Research and reference reagent
Applied in cell biology, nutrition research and general laboratory work where a well-characterised vitamin B3 ester of known purity is required.
Topical formulation research
Methyl nicotinate is widely documented as a model penetrant and vasodilatory agent in skin-permeation and dermatological research studies.
| Molecular weight | 137.14 |
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| Empirical formula | C7H7NO2 |
| Assay | ≥99.0% (GC) |
| Grade | puriss. |
| Boiling point | 204 °C(lit.) |
| Solubility | H2O: soluble0.1 g/mL, clear |
| Melting point | 39-42 °C42-44 °C(lit.) |
Hazard statements
- H315Causes skin irritation
- H319Causes serious eye irritation
- H335May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas or vapours
- P305IF IN EYES
| Protective equipment | dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves |
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| Flash point | 96 °C / 204.8 °F |
| Water hazard class (WGK, DE) | 3 |
| Hazard codes (EU) | Xi |
| Risk statements (R) | 36/37/38 |
| Safety statements (S) | 26-36 |
Hazard information is provided for guidance. Always consult the product Safety Data Sheet (SDS), available on request, before handling.
Documentation
Every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis covering assay, identity and purity; the grade is confirmed against your enquiry. Safety Data Sheets and technical data sheets are available on request.
Supply & logistics
Samples for technical evaluation; bulk MOQ by grade and packaging. In-stock material ships in 7–10 working days, worldwide, with full export documentation.
What is Methyl nicotinate used for?
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Methyl nicotinate is used mainly as a heterocyclic building block and intermediate in organic and pharmaceutical synthesis, and as a research reagent. As the methyl ester of nicotinic acid (vitamin B3), it is also a documented model compound in skin-permeation and nutrition research.
What is the CAS number and molecular formula of Methyl nicotinate?
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Methyl nicotinate has CAS number 93-60-7 and the molecular formula C7H7NO2, with a molecular weight of 137.14 g/mol. Its EC number is 202-261-8 and its MDL number is MFCD00006388.
What grade and purity does Tech Serve Solutions supply?
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We supply Methyl nicotinate at puriss. grade with an assay of ≥99.0% by GC, as a crystalline solid melting at about 39-44 °C. It is offered as a research/technical-grade reagent; we do not represent it as USP, BP or EP pharmacopoeial material unless explicitly agreed in writing.
What are the safety and handling requirements for Methyl nicotinate?
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Methyl nicotinate carries GHS pictogram GHS07 with the signal word Warning. It causes skin irritation (H315), serious eye irritation (H319) and may cause respiratory irritation (H335). Handle with gloves, eye protection and a dust mask (N95) and avoid generating dust; consult the current SDS before use. It is classified WGK 3 (German water hazard class).
How is Methyl nicotinate packed, shipped and exported?
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It is supplied in sealed laboratory and bulk packs appropriate to the order quantity, labelled in line with its GHS classification. As a global exporter, Tech Serve Solutions arranges compliant documentation and international shipping; exact pack sizes and lead times are confirmed at the quotation stage.
How do I request a sample or quote for Methyl nicotinate?
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Contact Tech Serve Solutions with your required quantity, grade and destination, and our team will confirm availability, packaging, documentation and lead time. We support both sample and commercial-scale enquiries for research and manufacturing customers.
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