Description

2-Methyl-4,6,7-Trichloroquinoline is a halogenated quinoline derivative, a versatile heterocyclic building block prized for its unique chemical reactivity and structural framework. This compound serves as a critical intermediate in the synthesis of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), where its chlorinated quinoline core enables precise molecular modifications. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel compounds with targeted properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those with quinoline-based pharmacophores for antimicrobial or anticancer activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the bioactivity of the trichloroquinoline structure.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a building block for electron-transport materials or host materials in OLED displays and lighting due to its electron-deficient aromatic system.
• Coordination Chemistry & Catalysis: Serves as a ligand precursor for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or catalysts, where the nitrogen atom can coordinate to metal centers.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for creating specialized quinoline-based dyes with specific color fastness and stability properties.
• Material Science Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing novel polymers or small molecules with tailored electronic or optical characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-4,6,7-Trichloroquinoline
CAS No.	75896-70-7
Molecular Formula	C10H6Cl3N
Molecular Weight	246.52 g/mol
Synonyms	4,6,7-Trichloro-2-methylquinoline; 2-Methyl-4,6,7-trichloroquinoline; Quinoline, 4,6,7-trichloro-2-methyl-; 2-Methyl-4,6,7-trichloro-quinoline
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-4,6,7-Trichloroquinoline is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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	White to off-white 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%

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