Description

6-Bromo-2-Methylquinoxaline is a versatile brominated quinoxaline derivative, a key heterocyclic building block prized for its reactivity and structural utility. Its primary value lies in serving as a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules for advanced research and development. This compound is essential for pharmaceutical chemists, agrochemical researchers, and material scientists engaged in developing new active ingredients, functional materials, and ligands for catalysis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting kinase inhibitors and other biologically active heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging the quinoxaline scaffold's bioactivity.
• Material Science: Serves as a building block for organic electronic materials, such as ligands for OLEDs (Organic Light-Emitting Diodes) and other optoelectronic devices.
• Chemical Synthesis: A versatile reagent for cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) to create more complex, functionalized quinoxaline libraries.
• Coordination Chemistry: Used to synthesize chelating ligands for metal complexes in catalytic and sensing applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromo-2-Methylquinoxaline
CAS No.	76982-26-8
Molecular Formula	C9H7BrN2
Molecular Weight	223.07 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-6-bromoquinoxaline; 6-Bromo-2-methyl-quinoxaline; Quinoxaline, 6-bromo-2-methyl-; 6-Brom-2-methylchinoxalin (German); 6-ブロモ-2-メチルキノキサリン (Japanese)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Bromo-2-Methylquinoxaline is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

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 incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.