Description

1,2,3,4-Tetrahydroquinoline is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound that serves as a crucial building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its partially saturated quinoline structure makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with specific biological and material properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various alkaloids and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with neurological or anti-malarial activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive scaffold.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a core structure for developing quinoline-based dyes, optical brighteners, and photographic chemicals.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Employed in the creation of high-performance corrosion inhibitors for industrial fluids and metal surface treatments.
• Polymer and Material Science: Serves as a monomer or additive for producing specialty polymers, resins, and advanced materials with enhanced properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A fundamental reagent for constructing complex N-heterocycles in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2,3,4-Tetrahydroquinoline
CAS No.	635-46-1
Molecular Formula	C9H11N
Molecular Weight	133.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,3,4-Tetrahydroquinoline; Tetrahydroquinoline; 5,6,7,8-Tetrahydroquinoline; Quinoline, 1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-; 1,2,3,4-THQ; THQ; 1-Azaindan; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-1-azanaphthalene
EINECS	211-250-7

Quality Control

Our 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydroquinoline is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. The product is stable under these conditions for extended periods.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	≤ 2.0% total
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.595 - 1.605
Density (20°C)	1.05 - 1.07 g/mL

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