Description

2-Methyl-Quinoline-4-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity organic chemical building block of significant importance in advanced synthesis. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures for research and industrial applications. It is primarily sought after by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of quinoline-based drug candidates, including potential antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the quinoline scaffold for biological activity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a starting material for the preparation of electron-transport or emissive layer materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Coordination Chemistry & Catalysis: Acts as a ligand precursor for metal complexes used in catalytic processes and materials science.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of specialized quinoline-derived colorants and fluorescent markers.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and the exploration of new chemical reactions in heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-Quinoline-4-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	55625-40-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₁NO₂
Molecular Weight	201.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-methylquinoline-4-carboxylate; 4-Quinolinecarboxylic acid, 2-methyl-, methyl ester; 2-Methyl-4-quinolinecarboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-methyl-4-quinolinecarboxylate; 2-Methylquinoline-4-methyl carboxylate; NSC 403119; Quinoline-4-carboxylic acid, 2-methyl-, methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-Quinoline-4-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.