Description

8-Methoxyisoquinoline is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique methoxy-substituted isoquinoline structure makes it a valuable intermediate for developing pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. This high-purity compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with neurological or anti-infective activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating complex ligands used in catalytic processes and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, light-emitting materials, and other functional organic compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental building block for medicinal chemistry, enabling structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and novel molecule discovery.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments due to its fused aromatic ring system.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Methoxyisoquinoline
CAS No.	1723-70-2
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO
Molecular Weight	159.18 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Methoxy-isoquinoline; Isoquinoline, 8-methoxy-; 8-Methoxy-2-azanaphthalene; NSC 406108; 1723-70-2; 8-Methoxy-isoquinoline
EINECS	217-025-6

Quality Control

Our 8-Methoxyisoquinoline is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive quality documentation, including Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data for each shipment. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring the material meets the stringent requirements for use as a pharmaceutical intermediate.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.