Description

3,4-Dichloro-7,8-Difluoroquinoline is a high-value, multi-halogenated quinoline derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique halogen substitution pattern makes it an indispensable intermediate for developing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for constructing complex heterocyclic frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel fluoroquinolone antibiotics and other bioactive molecules targeting bacterial infections.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing next-generation herbicides and pesticides with enhanced efficacy and selectivity.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of organic electronic materials, such as OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) components and charge-transport materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a scaffold for creating specialized ligands in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Fluorescent Probe Synthesis: Utilized in the design and synthesis of fluorophores and molecular probes for biochemical sensing and imaging.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for custom synthesis projects and scale-up.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	3,4-Dichloro-7,8-Difluoroquinoline
CAS No.	1204810-97-8
Molecular Formula	C9H3Cl2F2N
Molecular Weight	234.03 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Dichloro-7,8-difluoroquinoline; 7,8-Difluoro-3,4-dichloroquinoline; Quinoline, 3,4-dichloro-7,8-difluoro-; 1204810-97-8; 3,4-DCDQ; 3,4-Dichloro-7,8-difluoro-quinoline
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3,4-Dichloro-7,8-Difluoroquinoline is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We guarantee high purity and consistency through rigorous analytical controls, including HPLC, GC, and NMR. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to ensure compliance with your research and production specifications.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.