Description

3-Amino-4-Methylquinoline is a versatile heterocyclic aromatic amine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its dual functionality, where the amino and methyl groups on the quinoline scaffold enable precise molecular modifications. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, particularly for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), specialty dyes, and complex ligands.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel quinoline-based drug candidates, including potential antimalarial, anticancer, and antimicrobial agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides due to its bioactive quinoline core.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for producing high-performance, light-fast organic dyes and pigments.
• Coordination Chemistry & Catalysis: Serves as a ligand for metal complexes used in catalytic processes and material science applications.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Investigated as a building block for electron-transport or emissive layers in electronic materials.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in medicinal chemistry and synthetic methodology.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Amino-4-Methylquinoline
CAS No.	50878-90-5
Molecular Formula	C10H10N2
Molecular Weight	158.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-3-quinolinamine; 3-Amino-4-methylquinoline; 4-Methylquinolin-3-amine; 3-Quinolinamine, 4-methyl-; 50878-90-5
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Amino-4-Methylquinoline is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific results are provided to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to beige crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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