Description

Ethyl 5-Oxo-5,6,7,8-Tetrahydroquinoline-2-Carboxylate is a high-value, synthetically versatile heterocyclic building block. This compound serves as a critical intermediate in the development of advanced pharmaceutical agents and organic materials. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its fused quinoline core structure.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of electron-transport or host materials in OLED displays and lighting.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Design: The carbonyl and ester functional groups make it a useful scaffold for designing novel chelating ligands for catalysis and material science.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in universities and CROs for methodological studies in heterocyclic chemistry and the exploration of new synthetic pathways.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a building block for the synthesis of specialized quinoline-based dyes and functional colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 5-Oxo-5,6,7,8-Tetrahydroquinoline-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	1616071-22-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₃NO₃
Molecular Weight	219.24 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Oxo-5,6,7,8-tetrahydroquinoline-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 5-oxo-7,8-dihydro-6H-quinoline-2-carboxylate; 2-Quinolinecarboxylic acid, 5,6,7,8-tetrahydro-5-oxo-, ethyl ester; 5-Oxo-6,7,8,9-tetrahydro-4H-cyclohepta[b]pyridine-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 5-oxotetrahydroquinoline-2-carboxylate; 1616071-22-7
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 5-Oxo-5,6,7,8-Tetrahydroquinoline-2-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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