Description

6-Chloro-8-Methylquinoline is a versatile halogenated quinoline derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique molecular scaffold, which is essential for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds with targeted biological and material properties. This high-purity building block is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel quinoline-based drug candidates, including potential antimicrobial, anticancer, and antimalarial agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging the bioactivity of the quinoline core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in coordination chemistry and catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as OLEDs and conductive polymers, due to its electron-deficient aromatic system.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a building block for synthesizing complex colorants and fluorescent markers.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry research within university and corporate laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chloro-8-Methylquinoline
CAS No.	19655-50-6
Molecular Formula	C10H8ClN
Molecular Weight	177.63 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Methyl-6-chloroquinoline; 6-Chloro-8-methylquinoline; Quinoline, 6-chloro-8-methyl-; 6-Chloro-8-methyl-quinoline; 6-Chloro-8-methyl-chinolin; 6-Cl-8-Me-quinoline
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Chloro-8-Methylquinoline is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain stability.

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	≤ 20 ppm

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