Description

2-Amino-6-Methoxy-3-Methylquinoline is a high-purity quinoline derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty dyes. Industries that need it include pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical manufacturing, and fine chemical production for creating complex molecular structures. Its defined structure offers precise reactivity for constructing heterocyclic frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel quinoline-based drug candidates, particularly for antimalarial and anticancer research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides that require specific quinoline scaffolds.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a key intermediate for producing methoxy-substituted quinoline dyes with specific color fastness and light-absorption properties.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Acts as a building block for electron-transport or emissive layer materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: Utilized to create complexing agents and chelating ligands for catalytic and analytical applications.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological studies and the development of new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-6-Methoxy-3-Methylquinoline
CAS No.	203506-30-3
Molecular Formula	C11H12N2O
Molecular Weight	188.23 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methoxy-3-methylquinolin-2-amine; 3-Methyl-6-methoxy-2-quinolinamine; 2-Quinolinamine, 6-methoxy-3-methyl-; 2-Amino-6-methoxy-3-methyl-quinoline; AM3MQ
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Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-6-Methoxy-3-Methylquinoline is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for pharmaceutical intermediate applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.