Description

8-Methylisoquinolin-7-Amine is a high-purity, specialized heterocyclic amine building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique isoquinoline scaffold with a strategically placed methyl and amine group makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of potential drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for nitrogen-containing ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, dyes, and photoactive compounds due to its conjugated structure.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for methodological studies and custom synthesis projects in university and CRO (Contract Research Organization) laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Methylisoquinolin-7-Amine
CAS No.	480419-14-5
Molecular Formula	C10H10N2
Molecular Weight	158.20 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Amino-8-methylisoquinoline; 8-Methyl-7-isoquinolinamine; 8-Methylisoquinolin-7-ylamine; 8-Methyl-7-aminoisoquinoline; 480419-14-5; 7-Isoquinolinamine, 8-methyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 8-Methylisoquinolin-7-Amine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research and development specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place at 15-25°C. This material is easily oxidized and light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to air or light should be avoided to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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