Description

8-Methoxyisoquinoline-4-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically valuable heterocyclic building block. This compound matters as a critical intermediate in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced organic materials. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for complex synthesis and process development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for biological activity.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating sophisticated ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fluorescent Probe Development: Utilized in the design of organic fluorophores and sensing materials due to the isoquinoline core.
• Academic & R&D: Employed in organic chemistry research for method development and the construction of novel heterocyclic libraries.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or functional additive in the production of advanced polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Methoxyisoquinoline-4-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1539960-58-1
Molecular Formula	C11H9NO3
Molecular Weight	203.19 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Methoxy-4-isoquinolinecarboxylic Acid; 4-Carboxy-8-methoxyisoquinoline; 8-Methoxyisoquinoline-4-carboxylic acid; 1539960-58-1; 8-Methoxy-1-azanaphthalene-4-carboxylic acid; 8-Methoxy-4-isoquinoline carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 8-Methoxyisoquinoline-4-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and commercial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 prevent moisture absorption. Handle and store away from strong acids and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.