Description

7-Nitroisoquinoline is a versatile nitro-substituted heterocyclic compound that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the reactivity of the nitro group and the isoquinoline scaffold, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This high-purity building block is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries developing novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, including kinase inhibitors, anticancer agents, and central nervous system (CNS) active compounds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel pesticides and herbicides, where the isoquinoline structure can contribute to biological activity.
• Material Science & Dyes: Acts as a building block for organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced dye molecules due to its electron-accepting nitro group and planar structure.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for further functionalization, including reduction to 7-aminoisoquinoline or use in cross-coupling reactions.
• Academic & R&D: Employed in university and corporate research laboratories for methodological studies and exploring new chemical reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Nitroisoquinoline
CAS No.	13058-73-6
Molecular Formula	C9H6N2O2
Molecular Weight	174.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Isoquinoline, 7-nitro-; 7-Nitro-isoquinoline; 7-Nitro-isoquinolin; 13058-73-6; 7-Nitro-1-azanaphthalene; 7-Nitro-2-azanaphthalene; NSC 403697; AI3-52211
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-Nitroisoquinoline is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity, and is supplied with a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA). We adhere to relevant industry standards and can provide material tailored to specific research or cGMP starting material requirements upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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