Description

α-Methyl-3-Isoquinolinemethanol is a specialized heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key chiral intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral synthon for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and anti-infective research.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the isoquinoline scaffold for biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis, enabling enantioselective transformations.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex natural products, dyes, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry programs.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-Methyl-3-Isoquinolinemethanol
CAS No.	58794-05-1
Molecular Formula	C11H11NO
Molecular Weight	173.21 g/mol
Synonyms	α-Methyl-3-isoquinolinemethanol; (3-Isoquinolinyl)-α-methylmethanol; 1-(3-Isoquinolyl)ethanol; 1-(Isoquinolin-3-yl)ethan-1-ol; 3-(1-Hydroxyethyl)isoquinoline; α-Methylisoquinoline-3-methanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our α-Methyl-3-Isoquinolinemethanol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. For long-term storage, consider the use of a desiccant.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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