Description

6-Fluoro-8-Methylquinoline is a high-purity fluorinated quinoline derivative, a crucial building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. It is needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel compounds with targeted biological or physical properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting kinase inhibitors, antimicrobials, and central nervous system (CNS) agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the quinoline scaffold.
• Ligand & Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a precursor for nitrogen-containing ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, fluorescent dyes, and photoactive materials due to the electron-withdrawing fluorine substituent.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Fluoro-8-Methylquinoline
CAS No.	1150271-14-9
Molecular Formula	C10H8FN
Molecular Weight	161.18 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Methyl-6-fluoroquinoline; Quinoline, 6-fluoro-8-methyl-; 6-Fluoro-8-methyl-quinoline; 1150271-14-9
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Fluoro-8-Methylquinoline is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications. Our quality commitment ensures material integrity for critical research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.