Description

6-Methylquinoline-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, versatile quinoline derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized structure, which provides a reactive carboxylic acid group and a methyl-substituted quinoline core, enabling precise molecular construction. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and anti-infective pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the quinoline scaffold for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for creating complex chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, light-emitting materials, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing specialized quinoline-based dyes and colorants.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in heterocyclic and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Methylquinoline-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	15733-84-3
Molecular Formula	C11H9NO2
Molecular Weight	187.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Quinolinecarboxylic acid, 6-methyl-; 6-Methyl-2-quinolinecarboxylic acid; 6-Methylquinoline-2-carboxylate; 6-Methyl-2-carboxyquinoline; 2-Carboxy-6-methylquinoline; 6-Methyl-2-quinoline carboxylic acid; 6-Methyl-2-quinolincarboxylic acid; 6-Methylquinolinic acid (context-specific)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Methylquinoline-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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