Description

5-Bromo-8-Methylquinoxaline is a high-purity, specialized heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials, where its unique brominated quinoxaline core enables precise molecular modifications. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on medicinal chemistry, material science, and the synthesis of complex organic molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Development: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its bioactive quinoxaline scaffold.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a building block for creating organic semiconductors, ligands for metal complexes, and other functional organic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) to introduce the bromo-substituted quinoxaline moiety into more complex structures.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new chemical spaces in heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-8-Methylquinoxaline
CAS No.	1360599-43-4
Molecular Formula	C9H7BrN2
Molecular Weight	223.07 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Methyl-5-bromoquinoxaline; Quinoxaline, 5-bromo-8-methyl-; 5-Bromo-8-methyl-quinoxaline; 1360599-43-4
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-8-Methylquinoxaline is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided with every shipment.

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). Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

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