Description

8-Methyl-5-Nitroquinoline is a high-purity, specialized quinoline derivative serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique nitro-substituted quinoline structure, which provides a versatile scaffold for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel quinoline-based drug candidates, including potential antimalarial, antibacterial, and anticancer agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the bioactivity of the nitroquinoline core structure.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile precursor for further functionalization, enabling the creation of complex heterocyclic compounds for material science and catalysis.
• Dye & Pigment Chemistry: Acts as an intermediate in the production of specialized dyes and functional colorants due to its conjugated aromatic system.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: Utilized to create nitrogen-containing ligands for metal complexes used in catalytic processes.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and exploring new chemical reactions in university and corporate research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Methyl-5-Nitroquinoline
CAS No.	64976-62-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₈N₂O₂
Molecular Weight	188.18 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-8-methylquinoline; 8-Methyl-5-nitroquinoline; Quinoline, 8-methyl-5-nitro-; 5-Nitro-8-methyl-quinoline; 8-Methylquinolin-5-yl nitrate; 5-Nitro-8-methyl-chinolin (German); 5-ニトロ-8-メチルキノリン (Japanese)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 8-Methyl-5-Nitroquinoline is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity determination, to meet the stringent requirements of research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque or amber glass, or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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