Description

6-Ethylquinoline is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the quinoline family, valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its ethyl substituent modifies the electronic and steric properties of the quinoline core, making it particularly useful for creating complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with quinoline-based structures for therapeutic applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where the quinoline moiety can contribute to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as components for OLEDs (Organic Light-Emitting Diodes) or conductive polymers.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Functions as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Investigated for use in creating high-performance corrosion inhibitors for industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Ethylquinoline
CAS No.	19655-60-8
Molecular Formula	C11H11N
Molecular Weight	157.21 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Ethylquinoline; Quinoline, 6-ethyl-; 6-Ethyl-chinolin; 6-Ethyl-1-azanaphthalene; β-Ethylquinoline; NSC 406914
EINECS	243-198-6

Quality Control

Our 6-Ethylquinoline is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and specific tests is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.