Description

2-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)-6-Methylquinoline-4-Carbonyl Chloride is a high-purity, advanced pharmaceutical intermediate characterized by its reactive carbonyl chloride functional group. This compound is critical for the synthesis of complex quinoline-based molecules, offering a versatile building block for medicinal chemistry research and development. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides with quinoline-based structures.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of specialty polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as an acylating agent in organic synthesis for introducing the quinoline-4-carbonyl moiety into target molecules.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of complex ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fluorescent Probe Synthesis: Utilized as a core structure for developing new fluorescent dyes and biological imaging agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)-6-Methylquinoline-4-Carbonyl Chloride
CAS No.	1160253-47-3
Molecular Formula	C20H16ClNO
Molecular Weight	321.80 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methyl-2-(3,4-dimethylphenyl)quinoline-4-carbonyl chloride; 2-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)-6-methyl-4-quinolinecarbonyl chloride; 4-Quinolinecarbonyl chloride, 2-(3,4-dimethylphenyl)-6-methyl-; 1160253-47-3; 2-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)-6-methylquinoline-4-carboxylic acid chloride
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Quality Control

Our 2-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)-6-Methylquinoline-4-Carbonyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure high chemical purity and structural identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and support your regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.