Description

Cinchonan is a naturally occurring alkaloid derived from the bark of *Cinchona* trees, serving as a key chiral precursor and intermediate in organic synthesis. Its unique stereochemistry makes it an invaluable building block for the production of high-value pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. This compound is essential for research and manufacturing in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: A critical chiral intermediate in the production of antimalarial drugs (e.g., quinine derivatives) and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Employed as a ligand or catalyst precursor in stereoselective chemical reactions to create enantiomerically pure compounds.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Used in the synthesis of complex organic molecules for agrochemicals, flavors, and fragrances.
• Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a reference standard and chiral selector in chromatographic methods for separating enantiomers.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A fundamental compound for studying alkaloid chemistry, biosynthesis, and developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cinchonan
CAS No.	5949-01-9
Molecular Formula	C19H24N2O
Molecular Weight	296.41 g/mol
Synonyms	Cinchonan; (8S,9R)-Cinchonan; Cinchonan-9-ol; Dihydrocinchonine; 9-Hydroxycinchonan; α-(2-Quinuclidinyl)-4-quinolinemethanol; 6'-Methoxycinchonan; Contact for additional synonyms.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cinchonan is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including identity, purity, and impurity profiles, in line with industry best practices. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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