2-Acetylpyridine

2-Acetylpyridine
Names
IUPAC name
1-(2-Pyridinyl)ethanone
Other names
Methyl 2-pyridyl ketone
Identifiers
1122-62-9 YesY
ChemSpider 13648 YesY
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PubChem 24901587
Properties
C7H7NO
Molar mass 121.14 g·mol−1
Density 1.08 g/mL[1]
Melting point 8 to 10 °C (46 to 50 °F; 281 to 283 K)[2]
Boiling point 188 to 189 °C (370 to 372 °F; 461 to 462 K)[1]
Hazards
Flash point 73 °C (163 °F)[1]
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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2-Acetylpyridine is an organic compound that is widely used as a flavoring substance. It is found in malt and created by the Maillard reaction and by nixtamalization. It contributes to the flavor of corn tortillas, popcorn and beer. [3]

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