Description

2(1H)-Isoquinolinecarboxaldehyde (9Ci) CAS NO 208348-23-6 is a versatile heterocyclic aldehyde building block, prized for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures. Its reactive formyl group makes it a critical intermediate for synthesizing pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel isoquinoline-based drug candidates, including potential kinase inhibitors and central nervous system (CNS) agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced fungicides and herbicides where the isoquinoline scaffold contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing chelating ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, fluorescent dyes, and photoresponsive materials.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including cross-coupling and cyclization reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2(1H)-Isoquinolinecarboxaldehyde (9Ci)
CAS No.	208348-23-6
Molecular Formula	C10H7NO
Molecular Weight	157.17 g/mol
Synonyms	1H-Isoquinoline-2-carboxaldehyde; Isoquinoline-2-carboxaldehyde; 2-Formylisoquinoline; 2-Isoquinolinecarboxaldehyde; 2-Isoquinolinecarbaldehyde; 2-Carboxyaldehyde-isoquinoline; 2-Aldehydoisoquinoline; 1,2-Dihydro-2-formylisoquinoline
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2(1H)-Isoquinolinecarboxaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	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.