Description

4,8-Dimethylquinoline-2-Thiol is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound featuring a quinoline backbone substituted with methyl groups and a thiol functionality. This unique molecular structure makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced chemical synthesis, particularly for applications requiring specific coordination or reactivity. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those with quinoline-based structures for antimicrobial or anticancer activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for biological activity.
• Ligand in Catalysis: Acts as a ligand for transition metal catalysts in organic synthesis due to the presence of sulfur and nitrogen donor atoms.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, fluorescent dyes, or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Research: A versatile building block for academic and industrial research into novel heterocyclic compounds and their properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,8-Dimethylquinoline-2-Thiol
CAS No.	53761-60-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₁₁NS
Molecular Weight	189.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Mercapto-4,8-dimethylquinoline; 4,8-Dimethyl-2-mercaptoquinoline; 4,8-Dimethylquinoline-2-thione; 2-Quinolinethiol, 4,8-dimethyl-; 2(1H)-Quinolinethione, 4,8-dimethyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,8-Dimethylquinoline-2-Thiol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and related substances is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature and propensity to be easily oxidized, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage and to minimize headspace in opened containers.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.