Description

Methyl 5-Bromoisoquinoline-1-Acetate is a high-purity brominated isoquinoline derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique molecular scaffold, which enables the construction of complex heterocyclic systems essential for pharmaceutical and materials research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides and pesticides with specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a backbone for creating specialized ligands in transition metal catalysis and organocatalysis.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and development of organic electronic materials, such as OLEDs and semiconductors.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for designing molecular probes to study enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes under cGMP guidelines.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 5-Bromoisoquinoline-1-Acetate
CAS No.	1612222-98-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₀BrNO₂
Molecular Weight	280.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (5-bromo-1-isoquinolyl)acetate; 5-Bromo-1-isoquinolineacetic acid methyl ester; 1-Isoquinolineacetic acid, 5-bromo-, methyl ester; Methyl 2-(5-bromoisoquinolin-1-yl)acetate; 5-Bromoisoquinoline-1-acetic acid methyl ester; 1612222-98-6; Methyl 5-bromo-1-isoquinolineacetate
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Quality Control

Every batch of Methyl 5-Bromoisoquinoline-1-Acetate is manufactured and tested under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the precise requirements for research and development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles by techniques such as HPLC, NMR, and MS is supplied with each shipment. Our quality commitment supports applications from early-stage discovery to pre-clinical development.

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). The compound may be light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (NMR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤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.