Description

2-Methyl-6-Ethoxyquinoline is a versatile quinoline derivative, a key heterocyclic building block prized for its unique structural and electronic properties. This compound is essential for advanced research and development, particularly in the synthesis of complex organic molecules and functional materials. It serves as a critical intermediate for pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science applications where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with quinoline-based pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides due to its bioactive quinoline core.
• Material Science & Organic Electronics: Serves as a building block for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), dyes, and photoactive materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: Utilized to create complexing agents and ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-6-Ethoxyquinoline
CAS No.	6628-28-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₃NO
Molecular Weight	187.24 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Ethoxy-2-methylquinoline; 2-Methyl-6-ethoxyquinoline; 6-Ethoxyquinaldine; Quinoline, 6-ethoxy-2-methyl-; 2-Methyl-6-ethoxy-chinolin; 6-Ethoxy-2-methyl-chinolin
EINECS	229-596-7

Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-6-Ethoxyquinoline is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment 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 incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

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.