Description

Methyl 9-Acridinecarboxylate is a high-purity, versatile organic building block and a key intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its rigid, planar acridine core, which imparts unique photophysical and electronic properties, making it essential for research and development in specialized fields. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of acridine-based drug candidates, including potential anticancer, antimicrobial, and antimalarial agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new pesticides and herbicides, where the acridine scaffold can contribute to novel modes of action.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a building block for electron-transport materials or host molecules in OLED devices due to its electron-accepting and luminescent characteristics.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Employed in the creation of specialized dyes, fluorescent probes, and pigments for analytical and industrial applications.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Development: Investigated as a component in formulations designed to protect metals, leveraging its ability to adsorb onto surfaces.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for organic synthesis, catalysis studies, and material science research in university and corporate laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 9-Acridinecarboxylate
CAS No.	5132-81-0
Molecular Formula	C15H11NO2
Molecular Weight	237.25 g/mol
Synonyms	9-Acridinecarboxylic acid, methyl ester; Methyl acridine-9-carboxylate; 9-Carbomethoxyacridine; Acridine-9-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 9-Methoxycarbonylacridine; NSC 403697; Methyl 9-carboxyacridine
EINECS	225-874-5

Quality Control

Our Methyl 9-Acridinecarboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and loss on drying. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	158 - 162 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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