Description

Ethyl 2-(Chloromethyl)-4-Methylquinoline-3-Carboxylate is a high-value, multi-functional quinoline derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both a chloromethyl group and an ester moiety, makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex heterocyclic systems. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel quinoline-based drug candidates with potential therapeutic applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced crop protection agents, including fungicides and herbicides.
• Material Science Research: Used in the creation of organic ligands for catalysis and functional materials.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Serves as a standard reagent for methodological studies in heterocyclic and medicinal chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for manufacturing specialized dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-(Chloromethyl)-4-Methylquinoline-3-Carboxylate
CAS No.	790263-88-6
Molecular Formula	C14H14ClNO2
Molecular Weight	263.72 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-(chloromethyl)-4-methyl-3-quinolinecarboxylate; 3-Quinolinecarboxylic acid, 2-(chloromethyl)-4-methyl-, ethyl ester; 2-(Chloromethyl)-4-methylquinoline-3-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; 4-Methyl-2-chloromethylquinoline-3-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Quinoline-3-carboxylic acid, 2-(chloromethyl)-4-methyl-, ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our production of Ethyl 2-(Chloromethyl)-4-Methylquinoline-3-Carboxylate adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is 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, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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