Description

7-Chloroquinoline is a versatile halogenated quinoline derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its ability to act as a key building block for constructing more complex molecular architectures, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), specialty chemicals, and functional materials who require a reliable, high-purity source.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various pharmacologically active quinoline-based compounds, including potential antimalarial and anticancer agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the quinoline scaffold imparts biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) and nucleophilic substitution reactions to introduce the chloroquinoline moiety into complex molecules.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a starting material for creating organic ligands, dyes, and photoactive compounds used in electronic and optoelectronic applications.
• Chemical Research & Development: A standard reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for methodological studies and the discovery of new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Chloroquinoline
CAS No.	612-61-3
Molecular Formula	C9H6ClN
Molecular Weight	163.60 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Chloroquinoline; Quinoline, 7-chloro-; 7-Chloro-quinoline; NSC 404080; 7-Chloro-1-azanaphthalene; 7-Chlorochinolin; 7-Cl-Q
EINECS	210-299-5

Quality Control

Our 7-Chloroquinoline is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	48 - 52 °C
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.