Description

6-Fluoro-2-Methylquinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, fluorinated quinoline derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique molecular scaffold, which is essential for constructing complex molecules with targeted biological and material properties. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in drug discovery and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting central nervous system and anti-infective therapies.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides and pesticides, leveraging the fluorinated quinoline structure for enhanced bioactivity and stability.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or functional additive in the creation of specialty polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile fluorinated building block for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds in medicinal and process chemistry.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in research laboratories for method development and exploring new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Fluoro-2-Methylquinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	461026-47-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₈FNO₂
Molecular Weight	217.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-6-fluoroquinoline-3-carboxylic acid; 6-Fluoro-2-methyl-3-quinolinecarboxylic acid; 3-Quinolinecarboxylic acid, 6-fluoro-2-methyl-; 461026-47-1; 6-Fluoro-2-methylquinoline-3-carboxylic acid; 2-Methyl-6-fluoro-3-quinolinecarboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 6-Fluoro-2-Methylquinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all specifications and test results. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high standards, including cGMP for pharmaceutical development.

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 acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. The product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.