2-Acetylpyridine
Agent Name
2-Acetylpyridine
CAS Number
1122-62-9
Formula
C7-H7-N-O
Major Category
Nitrogen Compounds
Synonyms
1-(2-Pyridinyl)ethanone; 2-Acetopyridine; 2-Acetylpyridine (natural); 2-Pyridyl methyl ketone; Ethanone, 1-(2-pyridinyl)-; Ketone, methyl 2-pyridyl; Methyl 2-pyridyl ketone; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Pyridines
Description
Colorless liquid with an unpleasant odor; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Used as a flavoring agent; [FDA]
Comments
Safe when used as a flavoring agent in food; [JECFA] A skin and strong eye irritant; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
0.374 mm Hg
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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