Description

2,8-Dichloroquinoline is a versatile halogenated 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), agrochemicals, and functional materials. Industries that need it include pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical manufacturing, and specialty chemical production, where it is valued for introducing the quinoline scaffold with specific substitution patterns.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various quinoline-based drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel fungicides, herbicides, and pesticides that leverage the bioactivity of the chlorinated quinoline structure.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functional unit in the creation of organic electronic materials, such as OLEDs and conductive polymers.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry applications.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of complex dyes and pigments requiring halogenated heterocycles.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for medicinal chemistry programs and exploratory synthetic chemistry in research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,8-Dichloroquinoline
CAS No.	4470-83-1
Molecular Formula	C9H5Cl2N
Molecular Weight	198.05 g/mol
Synonyms	2,8-Dichloroquinoline; Quinoline, 2,8-dichloro-; 2,8-Dichloro-quinoline; 2,8-Dichlor-chinolin; 2,8-Dichlorochinolin; NSC 406913; 4470-83-1 (CAS); 2,8-DCQ
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,8-Dichloroquinoline is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your most demanding synthesis workflows.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases. The container must be kept tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤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.