Description

2,5-Dichloro-3-Ethyl-8-Methylquinoline is a halogenated quinoline derivative, a versatile and high-value organic intermediate prized for its unique molecular scaffold. This compound matters for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), where its specific substitution pattern enables precise chemical modifications. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel compounds.

Application

• As a key synthetic intermediate in pharmaceutical research for the development of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting infectious diseases or cancer.
• In the synthesis of advanced agrochemicals, such as fungicides or herbicides, where the quinoline core provides biological activity.
• As a precursor for functional materials, including organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and charge-transport materials in electronic applications.
• For use in coordination chemistry and as a ligand precursor in catalytic systems due to its nitrogen-containing heterocyclic structure.
• In academic and industrial R&D for exploring structure-activity relationships (SAR) in medicinal chemistry programs.
• As a standard or reference compound for analytical method development and quality control in chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Dichloro-3-Ethyl-8-Methylquinoline
CAS No.	1031927-97-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₁Cl₂N
Molecular Weight	240.13 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Ethyl-2,5-dichloro-8-methylquinoline; 8-Methyl-2,5-dichloro-3-ethylquinoline; Quinoline, 2,5-dichloro-3-ethyl-8-methyl-; 2,5-Dichloro-3-ethyl-8-methyl-quinoline; 1031927-97-5 (CAS); 2,5-Dichloro-3-ethyl-8-methylchinolin (German); クロロエチルメチルキノリン (Japanese transliteration)
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Quality Control

Our 2,5-Dichloro-3-Ethyl-8-Methylquinoline is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and transfer should be minimized under direct light exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
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.