描述
2-methyl-6-ethylpyridine is a member of the class of compounds known as methylpyridines. Methylpyridines are organic compounds containing a pyridine ring substituted at one or more positions by a methyl group. 2-methyl-6-ethylpyridine is soluble (in water) and a very strong basic compound (based on its pKa). 2-methyl-6-ethylpyridine can be found in tea, which makes 2-methyl-6-ethylpyridine a potential biomarker for the consumption of this food product.