Description

2-Methyldecahydroisoquinoline is a saturated, bicyclic tertiary amine of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile and structurally constrained building block, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures with defined stereochemistry. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications such as medicinal chemistry, catalyst development, and the synthesis of natural product analogs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral scaffold for the synthesis of bioactive alkaloids and novel drug candidates targeting neurological and cardiovascular pathways.
• Catalyst & Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for the development of novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its rigid nitrogen-containing structure.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard for method development and quality control in analytical laboratories.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or additive in the development of specialized polymers and advanced materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyldecahydroisoquinoline
CAS No.	23994-18-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₁₉N
Molecular Weight	153.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-decahydroisoquinoline; 2-Methylperhydroisoquinoline; 2-Methyl-1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10-decahydroisoquinoline; 2-Methyl-1-azabicyclo[4.3.0]nonane; 2-Methyloctahydro-1-isoquinoline; 2-Methyl-decahydro-isoquinoline; 2-Methyl-decahydro-isoquinolin
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methyldecahydroisoquinoline is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and impurities is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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