Description

6-Bromomethylisoquinoline Hydrobromide is a versatile and high-purity chemical building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive bromomethyl group, which facilitates efficient functionalization and the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel isoquinoline-based drug candidates, including potential kinase inhibitors and central nervous system (CNS) agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the isoquinoline scaffold for biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic systems and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, luminescent materials, and other advanced functional polymers.
• Chemical Biology: Utilized as a probe or linker in bioconjugation chemistry for studying biological processes.
• Academic & R&D: A fundamental reagent in university and corporate research laboratories for methodological development and exploratory chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromomethylisoquinoline Hydrobromide
CAS No.	188861-57-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₉Br₂N
Molecular Weight	311.00 g/mol
Synonyms	Isoquinoline, 6-(bromomethyl)-, hydrobromide; 6-(Bromomethyl)isoquinoline Hydrobromide; 6-Bromomethyl-isoquinoline HBr; 6-Bromomethylisoquinoline HBr Salt; 1-Isoquinolinemethanol, 6-bromo-, hydrobromide; 6-Bromomethyl-1-isoquinolinyl hydrobromide
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Quality Control

Our 6-Bromomethylisoquinoline Hydrobromide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR for structural confirmation, and KF titration for moisture content, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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