Description

7,8-Epoxy-5,6,7,8-Tetrahydroquinoline is a versatile and high-value heterocyclic building block with a fused epoxide ring system. This compound is crucial for advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures with high regio- and stereoselectivity. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of quinoline-based drug candidates, including potential antivirals, anticancer agents, and central nervous system (CNS) therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the quinoline scaffold for biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for functionalized polymers and advanced organic materials with specific electronic or photonic properties.
• Catalyst Ligand Development: The epoxide and nitrogen moieties make it a valuable starting point for designing novel chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in methodological studies and discovery chemistry for exploring new chemical reactions and synthesizing complex natural product analogs.

Basic Information

Product Name	7,8-Epoxy-5,6,7,8-Tetrahydroquinoline
CAS No.	130536-46-8
Molecular Formula	C9H9NO
Molecular Weight	147.17 g/mol
Synonyms	5,6,7,8-Tetrahydroquinoline 7,8-epoxide; 7,8-Epoxy-5,6,7,8-tetrahydroquinoline; 7,8-Epoxy-1-azanaphthalene; 1-Azabicyclo[4.1.0]hept-3-ene, 2,3,4,7-tetrahydro-; Quinoline, 7,8-epoxy-5,6,7,8-tetrahydro-; 7-Oxabicyclo[4.1.0]hept-3-ene, 1-aza-2,3,4,7-tetrahydro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7,8-Epoxy-5,6,7,8-Tetrahydroquinoline is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles 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, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.