Description

1-Methyl-3-Isoquinolinecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its functionalized isoquinoline scaffold, which serves as a critical precursor in the development of complex molecules with targeted biological activity. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial R&D teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for applications in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a building block for electron-transport or emissive layer materials in advanced display technologies.
• Ligand Synthesis: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a precursor for the synthesis of specialized colorants and fluorescent markers.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in methodological studies and the discovery of new chemical reactions involving isoquinoline derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Methyl-3-Isoquinolinecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	86051-56-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₃NO₂
Molecular Weight	215.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 1-Methyl-3-isoquinolinecarboxylate; 1-Methylisoquinoline-3-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; 3-Carbethoxy-1-methylisoquinoline; 1-Methyl-3-carbethoxyisoquinoline; Ethyl 1-Methylisoquinoline-3-carboxylate; 86051-56-1; 1-Methyl-3-ethoxycarbonylisoquinoline
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Quality Control

Our 1-Methyl-3-Isoquinolinecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your critical R&D and scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.