Description

Quinoline, 2-Methyl-6-(Trifluoromethoxy)- is a specialized heterocyclic aromatic compound featuring a quinoline core substituted with a methyl group and a trifluoromethoxy group. This unique molecular structure, combining a nitrogen-containing heterocycle with fluorine atoms, makes it a valuable intermediate for advanced synthesis in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical and life science industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the trifluoromethoxy group can enhance biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for functional organic materials, including ligands for catalysis and components for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Chemical Synthesis: An important scaffold for medicinal chemistry, enabling structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.
• Fluorine Chemistry: A valuable reagent for introducing fluorine-containing motifs into complex molecules, leveraging the properties of the trifluoromethoxy group.

Basic Information

Product Name	Quinoline, 2-Methyl-6-(Trifluoromethoxy)-
CAS No.	212695-57-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₈F₃NO
Molecular Weight	227.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-6-(trifluoromethoxy)quinoline; 6-(Trifluoromethoxy)-2-methylquinoline; 2-Methyl-6-trifluoromethoxyquinoline; Quinoline, 2-methyl-6-(trifluoromethoxy)-; 212695-57-3
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards for research and development. We provide comprehensive analytical data to support your projects. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request for every batch, ensuring traceability and consistency for your critical synthesis work.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.