Description

2,4,6-Trichloroquinoline is a versatile halogenated quinoline derivative serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in providing a reactive scaffold for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients and specialty agrochemicals. This compound is essential for research and manufacturing chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries who require a high-purity building block for heterocyclic synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of quinoline-based drug candidates, including potential antimalarial and anticancer agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced fungicides and herbicides where the quinoline core provides biological activity.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating functionalized organic compounds used in electronic materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on novel heterocyclic chemistry and cross-coupling reactions.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the synthesis of specialized quinoline-derived colorants and photographic sensitizers.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to prepare complexing agents and catalysts for coordination chemistry and catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4,6-Trichloroquinoline
CAS No.	1677-50-5
Molecular Formula	C9H4Cl3N
Molecular Weight	232.49 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4,6-Trichloroquinoline; Quinoline, 2,4,6-trichloro-; 2,4,6-Trichlor-chinolin; NSC 403107; 2,4,6-Trichloro-1-azanaphthalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,4,6-Trichloroquinoline is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.