Description

1-Methyl-1-Cyanoisoquinoline-2(1H)-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is a high-value, multi-functional chemical intermediate with a unique fused heterocyclic structure. This compound is critical for synthesizing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, oncology, and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile precursor for creating complex nitrogen-containing heterocycles and functionalized isoquinoline derivatives in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, ligands for catalysis, and specialty polymers due to its electron-withdrawing cyano and ester groups.
• Chemical Biology Probe Development: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-Methyl-1-Cyanoisoquinoline-2(1H)-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	17954-28-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₂N₂O₂
Molecular Weight	240.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 1-Methyl-1-cyano-1,2-dihydroisoquinoline-2-carboxylate; 1,2-Dihydro-1-methyl-1-cyano-2-isoquinolinecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; 1-Cyano-1-methyl-1,2-dihydroisoquinoline-2-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; 1-Methyl-1-cyano-3,4-dihydroisoquinoline-2(1H)-carboxylate; Ethyl 1-methyl-1-cyano-3,4-dihydroisoquinoline-2(1H)-carboxylate; 1-Methyl-1-cyano-1,2-dihydroisoquinoline-2-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; 17954-28-8; 1-Methyl-1-cyano-1,2-dihydro-2-isoquinolinecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our 1-Methyl-1-Cyanoisoquinoline-2(1H)-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical research and development processes. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.