Description

2-Methyl-4,7,8-Trichloroquinoline is a halogenated quinoline derivative that serves as a versatile and 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 compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel quinoline-based drug candidates, including potential antimicrobial and anticancer agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a precursor for electron-transport or host materials in the manufacture of OLED displays and lighting.
• Coordination Chemistry & Catalysis: Serves as a ligand precursor for creating metal-organic complexes used in catalytic processes and materials science.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for synthesizing specialized quinoline-derived dyes and colorants.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: Used in fundamental chemical research to explore new reactions and synthesize novel heterocyclic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-4,7,8-Trichloroquinoline
CAS No.	108097-02-5
Molecular Formula	C10H6Cl3N
Molecular Weight	250.52 g/mol
Synonyms	4,7,8-Trichloro-2-methylquinoline; 2-Methyl-4,7,8-trichloroquinoline; Quinoline, 4,7,8-trichloro-2-methyl-; 108097-02-5; 4,7,8-Trichloro-2-methyl-quinoline
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-4,7,8-Trichloroquinoline is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and purity against established specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in the original packaging or amber glass until use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.