Description

2-Methyl-5-Methoxyquinoline is a versatile quinoline derivative with a methoxy substituent, serving as a crucial building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. Industries including pharmaceutical R&D, fine chemical manufacturing, and material science rely on this high-purity intermediate for creating complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with quinoline-based pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of organic electronic materials, dyes, and photoactive compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a versatile scaffold in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Utilized to synthesize novel nitrogen-containing ligands for coordination chemistry and catalytic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-5-Methoxyquinoline
CAS No.	79205-04-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₁₁NO
Molecular Weight	173.21 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methoxy-2-methylquinoline; 2-Methyl-5-methoxyquinoline; Quinoline, 2-methyl-5-methoxy-; 5-Methoxyquinaldine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-5-Methoxyquinoline is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR). We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments to ensure compliance with your research and production specifications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder or solid
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.