Description

α-Methyl-6-Quinolineacetic Acid Ethyl Ester is a high-purity, synthetically valuable quinoline derivative used as a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is critical for researchers and manufacturers requiring a reliable, high-quality intermediate to develop novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. It is primarily targeted at the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in drug discovery and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel quinoline-based drug candidates, including potential anti-malarial, anti-cancer, and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the bioactive quinoline scaffold.
• Material Science: Acts as a building block for creating advanced organic electronic materials, such as OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) components and conductive polymers.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for complex molecule construction, including heterocyclic chemistry and medicinal chemistry projects.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized to synthesize novel chelating ligands or organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis and metal-catalyzed reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-Methyl-6-Quinolineacetic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	1193317-61-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₁₅NO₂
Molecular Weight	241.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-(6-Quinolyl)propanoate; Ethyl α-Methyl-6-quinolineacetate; 2-(Quinolin-6-yl)propanoic Acid Ethyl Ester; 6-Quinolineacetic Acid, α-Methyl-, Ethyl Ester; AQEE; 1193317-61-1; Ethyl 2-(6-quinolyl)propionate
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Quality Control

Our α-Methyl-6-Quinolineacetic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specifications and test results to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture. Store away from strong alkalis and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.