Description

5-Methoxy-1-Methylisoquinoline is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound that serves as a valuable building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring a methoxy-substituted isoquinoline core, makes it a critical intermediate for the development of complex pharmaceuticals and functional materials. This high-purity compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating sophisticated ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: Employed in the research of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or light-emitting components.
• Dye and Pigment Chemistry: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing specialized dyes and pigments with specific optical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploratory chemistry in both university and corporate research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Methoxy-1-Methylisoquinoline
CAS No.	84689-37-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₁₁NO
Molecular Weight	173.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-5-methoxyisoquinoline; 5-Methoxy-1-methyl-isoquinoline; Isoquinoline, 5-methoxy-1-methyl-; 1-Methylisoquinoline, 5-methoxy derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Methoxy-1-Methylisoquinoline is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and purity against established specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.