Description

2-Chloro-6,7-dimethoxy-4-methylquinoline is a high-purity, synthetically valuable quinoline derivative. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block in organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the development of novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, anti-malarial agents, and kinase inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Research: Building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides due to the bioactive quinoline core.
• Material Science: Used in the research and development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other electronic materials as a functional heterocyclic component.
• Chemical Synthesis: Versatile scaffold for constructing complex polycyclic structures and for introducing the chloroquinoline moiety into target molecules.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a standard reagent in method development and medicinal chemistry programs for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-6,7-dimethoxy-4-methylquinoline
CAS No.	697793-63-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₂ClNO₂
Molecular Weight	237.68 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-2-chloro-6,7-dimethoxyquinoline; 6,7-Dimethoxy-2-chloro-4-methylquinoline; 2-Chloro-4-methyl-6,7-dimethoxyquinoline; 2-Chloro-6,7-dimethoxy-4-methyl-quinoline; Quinoline, 2-chloro-6,7-dimethoxy-4-methyl-; 697793-63-8 (CAS); 2-Cl-6,7-(OMe)₂-4-Me-Quinoline
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Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-6,7-dimethoxy-4-methylquinoline is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.