Description

4-Methyl-2-Thiophen-2-Ylquinoline is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound featuring a quinoline core substituted with a thiophene moiety. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable advanced intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and materials science research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and organic electronics sectors for constructing novel active compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new active ingredients for crop protection products, leveraging its heterocyclic structure.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a precursor or core structure for electron-transport materials or emissive layer components in OLED device fabrication.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: The nitrogen and sulfur atoms can act as donor sites for metal coordination, useful in creating catalysts or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments due to the conjugated quinoline-thiophene system which can influence color and light-fastness properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile scaffold for methodological studies in organic synthesis and for exploring new chemical spaces in discovery chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methyl-2-Thiophen-2-Ylquinoline
CAS No.	20364-67-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₁₁NS
Molecular Weight	237.32 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Thiophen-2-yl)-4-methylquinoline; 4-Methyl-2-(2-thienyl)quinoline; 4-Methyl-2-(thiophen-2-yl)quinoline; Quinoline, 4-methyl-2-(2-thienyl)-; 2-(2-Thienyl)-4-methylquinoline; 4-Methyl-2-thien-2-ylquinoline
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Methyl-2-Thiophen-2-Ylquinoline is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided and available upon request. We are committed to meeting 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. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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.