2-Acetylpyridine is an organic compound with the formula CH3COC5H4N.

It is a viscous colorless liquid that is widely used as a flavoring substance.

It is found in malt and produced by the Maillard reaction and by nixtamalization.

It contributes to the flavor of corn tortillas, popcorn, and beer.

[3] The compound is prepared by acylation of 2-bromopyridine via the Grignard reagent.