Description

1-Chloromethyl-Isoquinoline Hydrochloride is a high-purity organic building block and key synthetic intermediate. This compound is critical for researchers and manufacturers requiring precise molecular scaffolds for the development of novel active compounds. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for research, process development, and scale-up synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those with isoquinoline-based pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and production of advanced crop protection agents and pesticides.
• Chemical Synthesis Building Block: Provides a reactive chloromethyl handle for further functionalization in organic and medicinal chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of specialty chemicals and functional materials requiring specific heterocyclic structures.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for method development and exploratory synthesis in university and corporate research settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Chloromethyl-Isoquinoline Hydrochloride
CAS No.	1263378-97-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₁₀Cl₂N
Molecular Weight	228.11 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Chloromethyl)isoquinoline hydrochloride; Isoquinoline, 1-(chloromethyl)-, hydrochloride; 1-Chloromethylisoquinoline HCl; 1-(Chloromethyl)isoquinoline HCl Salt; 1-CMIQ hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our 1-Chloromethyl-Isoquinoline Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming specifications such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment to guarantee reliable performance in your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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