Description

3-Methoxyquinoline is a versatile heterocyclic aromatic compound that serves as a crucial building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique methoxy-substituted quinoline structure, which is instrumental in modulating the electronic and steric properties of target molecules. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various bioactive molecules, including potential antiviral, anticancer, and anti-malarial compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the quinoline scaffold contributes to biological activity.
• Material Science & Organic Electronics: Serves as a building block for creating organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), dyes, and photoactive materials due to its electron-rich aromatic system.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on heterocyclic chemistry and novel synthetic methodologies.
• Fluorescent Probe Synthesis: Utilized in the design of fluorescent markers and sensors for biological and chemical detection applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methoxyquinoline
CAS No.	6931-17-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₉NO
Molecular Weight	159.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Quinoline, 3-methoxy-; 3-Methoxyquinoline; 3-Quinolyl methyl ether; 3-Methoxy-1-azanaphthalene; 3-Methoxychinolin; NSC 404083
EINECS	230-040-4

Quality Control

Our 3-Methoxyquinoline is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.