Description

Methyl 4-Isoquinolinecarboxylate is a versatile heterocyclic building block and ester derivative of isoquinoline, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a functionalized isoquinoline core, enabling the efficient construction of complex molecules for pharmaceutical and material science research. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological disorders, anticancer agents, and anti-inflammatory compounds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel pesticides and herbicides by incorporating the isoquinoline pharmacophore.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating nitrogen-containing ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: Building block for organic semiconductors, light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), and other electronic materials due to its conjugated structure.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of fluorescent tags and molecular probes for studying biological processes.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental research reagent for exploring new organic reactions and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Isoquinolinecarboxylate
CAS No.	20317-40-2
Molecular Formula	C11H9NO2
Molecular Weight	187.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Methoxycarbonyl)isoquinoline; Methyl isoquinoline-4-carboxylate; 4-Carbomethoxyisoquinoline; Isoquinoline-4-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 4-Isoquinolinecarboxylic acid, methyl ester; 20317-40-2; Methyl 4-isoquinolinecarboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-Isoquinolinecarboxylate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and development applications.

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 sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
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.