Description

2-Methyl-4,6,8-Tribromoquinoline is a halogenated quinoline derivative, a versatile chemical intermediate prized for its unique bromine substitution pattern. This compound is critical for synthesizing advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where specific bromine positioning is required for desired reactivity or biological activity. It is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to build complex heterocyclic structures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research for developing new therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the quinoline core contributes to biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor for creating organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or light-emitting components.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized to synthesize complex nitrogen-containing ligands for metal catalysis in fine chemical manufacturing.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the development of specialized colorants and fluorescent markers due to the quinoline structure.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Provides a brominated scaffold for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) in custom synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Methyl-4,6,8-Tribromoquinoline
CAS No.	500579-52-2
Molecular Formula	C10H6Br3N
Molecular Weight	379.87 g/mol
Synonyms	4,6,8-Tribromo-2-methylquinoline; 2-Methyl-4,6,8-tribromoquinoline; Tribromomethylquinoline; Quinoline, 2-methyl-4,6,8-tribromo-; 4,6,8-Tribromo-2-methyl-quinoline
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-4,6,8-Tribromoquinoline is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters 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 area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light 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.