Description

2, 6, 8-Trichloroquinoline is a halogenated quinoline derivative that serves as a versatile and critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its ability to act as a key building block for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialized agrochemicals. This compound is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for their synthesis pipelines.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various quinoline-based drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced fungicides, herbicides, and pesticides where the quinoline scaffold provides biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile substrate for further functionalization (e.g., cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic substitutions) in research and process chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for creating organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or luminescent compounds.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic dyes and pigments for specialized applications.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to create novel nitrogen-containing ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2, 6, 8-Trichloroquinoline
CAS No.	78864-74-1
Molecular Formula	C9H4Cl3N
Molecular Weight	232.49 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6,8-Trichloroquinoline; Quinoline, 2,6,8-trichloro-; 2,6,8-Trichloro-quinoline; NSC 406916; 78864-74-1; Trichloroquinoline
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We maintain stringent quality control protocols for all our chemical intermediates. Production of 2, 6, 8-Trichloroquinoline is monitored through in-process checks and final batch analysis to ensure consistency and high purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to meet the rigorous standards required by our global customer base in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber or otherwise opaque, or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%, Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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