Description

Ethyl Quinoline-2-Carboxylate is a versatile organic ester building block of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. Its quinoline core structure makes it a valuable intermediate for the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. This high-purity compound is essential for research and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing the quinoline pharmacophore.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced crop protection agents, including fungicides and herbicides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating complex ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a building block for electron-transport or emissive layer materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Utilized in the synthesis of quinoline-based dyes and colorants.
• Research & Development: A crucial reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl Quinoline-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	4491-33-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₁NO₂
Molecular Weight	201.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-quinolinecarboxylate; 2-Quinolinecarboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl quinaldate; Quinaldic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-quinaldinate; Ethyl quinoline-2-carboxylic acid ester; Quinoline-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; NSC 404087
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl Quinoline-2-Carboxylate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.