Description

2-Chloro-8-Methoxyquinoxaline is a versatile and high-value quinoxaline derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its core value lies in its bifunctional reactivity, where the chloro and methoxy substituents offer distinct handles for selective functionalization, enabling the construction of complex heterocyclic systems. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially in medicinal chemistry programs targeting kinase inhibitors and other biologically active heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging the quinoxaline scaffold's bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for the development of organic electronic materials, such as ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or components for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development, cross-coupling reactions, and exploring new synthetic pathways.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized quinoxaline-based dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-8-Methoxyquinoxaline
CAS No.	659729-70-1
Molecular Formula	C9H7ClN2O
Molecular Weight	194.62 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Methoxy-2-chloroquinoxaline; 2-Chloro-8-methoxy-quinoxaline; Quinoxaline, 2-chloro-8-methoxy-; 659729-70-1
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-8-Methoxyquinoxaline is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials.

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.