Description

6-Methylisoquinoline is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the isoquinoline family, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which provides a rigid scaffold for constructing complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries who require high-purity intermediates for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various alkaloids and potential drug candidates targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a foundational structure for creating chelating ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or dopant for creating organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and luminescent materials.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of specialized dyes and pigments due to its fused aromatic system.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new organic reactions in academic and industrial R&D labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Methylisoquinoline
CAS No.	42398-73-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₉N
Molecular Weight	143.19 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methylisoquinoline; Isoquinoline, 6-methyl-; 6-Methyl-isoquinoline; 6-Methyl-2-azanaphthalene; 2-Aza-6-methylnaphthalene; 6-MIQ; β-Methylisoquinoline
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Methylisoquinoline is produced and tested under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including purity assay and impurity profiling via modern chromatographic techniques. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available for every batch upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.