Description

2,6-Dichloroquinoline is a versatile halogenated quinoline derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its dual chlorine substituents, which provide distinct reactivity for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and functionalized molecules. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of quinoline-based drug candidates, including potential antimalarial, antibacterial, and anticancer agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the quinoline scaffold imparts biological activity.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or starting material for creating organic semiconductors, luminescent materials, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for method development, catalysis studies, and exploring novel organic reactions.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the synthesis of specialized quinoline-derived dyes and colorants.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to prepare complexing agents and ligands for coordination chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Dichloroquinoline
CAS No.	1810-72-6
Molecular Formula	C9H5Cl2N
Molecular Weight	198.05 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dichloroquinoline; Quinoline, 2,6-dichloro-; NSC 404080; 2,6-Dichloro-quinoline; 2,6-Dichlor-chinolin (German); 2,6-ジクロロキノリン (Japanese); 2,6-二氯喹啉 (Chinese)
EINECS	217-332-5

Quality Control

Our 2,6-Dichloroquinoline is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting all critical quality parameters to support your regulatory and R&D requirements.

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 and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	142 - 146 °C
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.