Description

(4-Methyl-2-Oxo-2H-Quinolin-1-Yl)-Acetic Acid Ethyl Ester is a high-purity, specialized quinoline derivative serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. This compound is valued for its precise molecular structure, which enables the construction of complex heterocyclic frameworks essential for developing novel active compounds. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and crop protection science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, or anticancer research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for creating advanced organic materials, including dyes, pigments, and functional polymers.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential reagent for method development and exploratory synthetic chemistry in university and CRO laboratories.
• Chemical Library Development: Used by companies specializing in combinatorial chemistry to build diverse screening libraries for high-throughput testing.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4-Methyl-2-Oxo-2H-Quinolin-1-Yl)-Acetic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	103368-18-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₅NO₃
Molecular Weight	245.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl (4-Methyl-2-oxo-2H-quinolin-1-yl)acetate; 1-Carbethoxymethyl-4-methyl-2-quinolone; 1-(Ethoxycarbonylmethyl)-4-methyl-2(1H)-quinolinone; 4-Methyl-1-(2-ethoxy-2-oxoethyl)quinolin-2(1H)-one; 2-Oxo-4-methyl-1-quinolinylacetic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-((4-methyl-2-oxoquinolin-1(2H)-yl))acetate; 1-Acetic acid, (4-methyl-2-oxo-2H-quinolin-1-yl)-, ethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of (4-Methyl-2-Oxo-2H-Quinolin-1-Yl)-Acetic Acid Ethyl Ester adheres to stringent in-process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Every lot is fully characterized and undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
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.