Description

4-Methylisoquinoline-5-Carboxylicacid is a high-purity organic building block and key synthetic intermediate. This compound matters for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical research and fine chemical synthesis. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as medicinal chemistry and the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those with isoquinoline-based scaffolds.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Used in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and for creating novel compound libraries for biological screening.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the development of new pesticides and herbicides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for exploratory organic synthesis and methodological development in laboratory settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methylisoquinoline-5-Carboxylicacid
CAS No.	1337881-60-3
Molecular Formula	C11H9NO2
Molecular Weight	187.20 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Carboxy-4-methylisoquinoline; 4-Methyl-5-isoquinolinecarboxylic acid; 4-Methylisoquinoline-5-carboxylic acid; 4-Methyl-5-isoquinoline carboxylic acid; 4-Methyl-5-carboxyisoquinoline; Isoquinoline-5-carboxylic acid, 4-methyl-; 1337881-60-3
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Quality Control

Our 4-Methylisoquinoline-5-Carboxylicacid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation 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 (typically 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 powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.