Description

Ethyl 4-Chloro-2-Methylquinoline-3-Carboxylate is a high-purity, versatile quinoline derivative serving as a critical synthetic intermediate. This compound matters for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of advanced pharmaceuticals and specialty chemicals. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for synthesizing novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those with quinoline-based pharmacophores for antimalarial, anticancer, or antimicrobial activity.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the quinoline core contributes to biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile precursor for further functionalization, including hydrolysis to the corresponding acid or reactions at the chloro and ester groups.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential starting material for creating organic ligands in coordination chemistry or for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used in analytical laboratories for method development, calibration, and quality control testing of related substances.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 4-Chloro-2-Methylquinoline-3-Carboxylate
CAS No.	50593-70-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₂ClNO₂
Molecular Weight	249.69 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Chloro-2-methylquinoline-3-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 4-chloro-2-methyl-3-quinolinecarboxylate; 3-Quinolinecarboxylic acid, 4-chloro-2-methyl-, ethyl ester; 4-Chloro-2-methylquinoline-3-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; 2-Methyl-4-chloroquinoline-3-carboxylic acid ethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 4-Chloro-2-Methylquinoline-3-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay (HPLC), related substances, and physical characterization. Specifications are designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and development applications.

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 flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber or opaque.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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