Description

2-(Isoquinolin-5-Yl)Acetic Acid is a high-value heterocyclic building block and synthetic intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in providing a functionalized isoquinoline scaffold, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures for research and development. This compound is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D teams, agrochemical scientists, and specialty chemical manufacturers engaged in developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological disorders, oncology, and anti-inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific heterocyclic motifs for bioactivity.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating complex chelating ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: A potential building block for electron-transport or emissive layer materials in advanced display technologies.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in universities and CROs (Contract Research Organizations) for methodological studies and the exploration of new chemical reactions.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of complex natural product analogs and other specialty organic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Isoquinolin-5-Yl)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	395074-85-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₉NO₂
Molecular Weight	187.20 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Isoquinolineacetic Acid; (5-Isoquinolyl)acetic Acid; 2-(5-Isoquinolinyl)acetic Acid; Acetic acid, 2-(5-isoquinolinyl)-; 395074-85-8; Isoquinoline-5-acetic acid; 5-Carboxymethylisoquinoline
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(Isoquinolin-5-Yl)Acetic Acid is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and MS to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
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.