Description

8-(tert-Butyl)Quinoline is a high-purity, synthetically valuable quinoline derivative characterized by its bulky tert-butyl substituent. This structural feature makes it a crucial intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications in catalysis, ligand synthesis, and as a precursor for complex heterocyclic compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with quinoline-based structures for antimalarial or anticancer applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where the quinoline core provides biological activity.
• Catalyst & Ligand Precursor: The nitrogen atom and steric bulk of the tert-butyl group make it valuable for constructing sophisticated ligands used in transition metal catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), and other electronic materials due to its electron-transport properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for method development and the synthesis of complex, functionalized heterocyclic compounds in academic and industrial R&D labs.
• Dye & Pigment Industry: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of specialized quinoline-based dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-(tert-Butyl)Quinoline
CAS No.	75413-96-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₅N
Molecular Weight	185.27 g/mol
Synonyms	8-tert-Butylquinoline; 8-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)quinoline; 8-(tert-Butyl)chinolin; Quinoline, 8-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-; 8-t-Butylquinoline; 8-(tert-butyl)quinoline; 8-(tert-Butyl)Quinoline (stabilized)
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Quality Control

Our 8-(tert-Butyl)Quinoline is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are 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 away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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