Description

Ethyl 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydroquinoline-8-Carboxylate is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its value lies in its fused quinoline structure, which provides a valuable scaffold for constructing complex molecules with specific biological and material properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, anti-inflammatory agents, and other therapeutic small molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Serves as a precursor or core structure in the development of electron-transporting or host materials for advanced display and lighting technologies.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for creating specialized quinoline-based dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands for catalytic systems used in asymmetric synthesis and other complex reactions.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and for exploring new chemical spaces in discovery chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydroquinoline-8-Carboxylate
CAS No.	118128-79-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₅NO₂
Molecular Weight	205.25 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Quinolinecarboxylic acid, 1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 8-carboxy-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroquinoline; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydroquinoline-8-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl tetrahydroquinoline-8-carboxylate; 8-(Ethoxycarbonyl)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroquinoline; ETQC (abbreviation); Quinoline-8-carboxylic acid, 1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-, ethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydroquinoline-8-Carboxylate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity, consistency, and traceability. Standard quality checks include identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
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
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.0%

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