Description

1-Chloro-3-Ethylisoquinoline is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both a chloro and an ethyl substituent on the isoquinoline core, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex pharmacophores and functional materials. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, anti-infectives, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic scaffold for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic processes and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, light-emitting materials, and other advanced functional materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable building block for academic and industrial R&D exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Chloro-3-Ethylisoquinoline
CAS No.	55150-52-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₁₀ClN
Molecular Weight	191.66 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Ethyl-1-chloroisoquinoline; 1-Chloro-3-ethyl-isoquinoline; Isoquinoline, 1-chloro-3-ethyl-; 55150-52-2; 3-Ethylisoquinolin-1-yl chloride
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Quality Control

Our 1-Chloro-3-Ethylisoquinoline is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from direct light exposure to maintain stability and purity.

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%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.