Description

8-Quinolinecarbonitrile, 4-Methyl- is a versatile and high-purity organic intermediate of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. Industries requiring precise and reliable fine chemicals for research, development, and manufacturing will find this product essential for their processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds with quinoline-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of advanced organic electronic materials and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized to create specialized ligands for catalytic systems in asymmetric synthesis and transition metal catalysis.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic and medicinal chemistry.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of specialized quinoline-based dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Quinolinecarbonitrile, 4-Methyl-
CAS No.	893566-60-4
Molecular Formula	C11H8N2
Molecular Weight	168.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methylquinoline-8-carbonitrile; 4-Methyl-8-cyanoquinoline; 8-Cyano-4-methylquinoline; 4-Methyl-8-quinolinecarbonitrile; 4-Methylquinoline-8-carbonitrile; 8-Quinolinecarbonitrile, 4-methyl-; 4-Methyl-8-quinolyl cyanide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 8-Quinolinecarbonitrile, 4-Methyl- is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to verify identity and purity against stringent specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are available upon request 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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