2,4,6-Trimethylpyridine is an important alkyl-substituted pyridine intermediate. It is widely used to synthesize pharmaceutical products including anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and cardiovascular medicines. It acts as high-efficiency catalyst and acid-binding agent in organic synthesis reactions to accelerate condensation and cyclization processes. It serves as raw material for manufacturing pesticide fungicides, herbicides and veterinary drugs. It can also be applied in dyestuff synthesis, resin curing agent and chemical analytical reagent. Its special heterocyclic structure brings fine chemical reaction activity, widely used in medicine, agrochemical and synthetic material industries.

This liquid chemical has strong irritation and moderate toxicity. Inhalation of volatile vapor irritates respiratory tract and causes dizziness and cough, operate with ventilation and protective respirator. Skin contact leads to red pain and corrosive stimulation, wear anti-solvent gloves and rinse skin quickly. Eye contact causes severe burning hurt, wash eyes with running water for over 15 minutes. Accidental swallowing induces nausea and organ discomfort. Keep away from fire source, high temperature and strong oxidants. Do not store together with food supplies. Waste liquid shall be treated as hazardous chemical waste to avoid personal injury and environmental pollution.