Description

5-Bromo-1-Methyl-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydroisoquinoline is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its functionalized isoquinoline scaffold, which serves as a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with targeted biological activity. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly those developing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those targeting neurological disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in complex multi-step syntheses to introduce the brominated tetrahydroisoquinoline moiety into larger molecular architectures.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic processes and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Investigated for the creation of novel organic electronic materials and functional polymers.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and exploring new chemical reactions in academic and industrial research settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-1-Methyl-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydroisoquinoline
CAS No.	1176414-91-7
Molecular Formula	C10H12BrN
Molecular Weight	226.11 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-5-bromo-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroisoquinoline; 5-Bromo-1-methyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroisoquinoline; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-5-bromo-1-methylisoquinoline; 5-Bromo-1-methyl-THIQ; 5-Br-1-Me-THIQ
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-1-Methyl-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydroisoquinoline is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production standards.

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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

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