Description

6-Isoquinolinecarboxaldehyde (9Ci) is a versatile heterocyclic aldehyde building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its reactive formyl group attached to the isoquinoline scaffold, enabling its use as a key precursor for constructing complex nitrogen-containing molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for applications such as ligand synthesis and the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological disorders and cancers.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the biological activity of the isoquinoline core.
• Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a starting material for creating chelating ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: Employed in the research and development of organic semiconductors, fluorescent dyes, and photostable polymers.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including novel cyclization and cross-coupling reactions.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in the multi-step synthesis of complex natural product analogs and specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Isoquinolinecarboxaldehyde (9Ci)
CAS No.	173089-81-1
Molecular Formula	C10H7NO
Molecular Weight	157.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Isoquinoline-6-carboxaldehyde; 6-Formylisoquinoline; 6-Carboxyaldehydeisoquinoline; 6-Isoquinolinecarbaldehyde; 1-Isoquinolinecarboxaldehyde (isomer reference); 6-Aldehydeisoquinoline; 6-Quinolinecarboxaldehyde (related); 6-IA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Isoquinolinecarboxaldehyde is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to verify identity and quantify purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.