Description

6-Methyl-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydroquinoline is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the tetrahydroquinoline class, serving as a key intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its partially saturated quinoline structure makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for research and development, as well as in the production of dyes, pigments, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting the central nervous system or possessing anti-malarial properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a foundational structure for creating quinoline-based dyes, optical brighteners, and photographic sensitizers.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Employed in specialty chemicals designed to protect metals in industrial processes due to its nitrogen-containing heterocycle.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Investigated as a component in the development of electron-transporting or host materials for electronic displays and lighting.
• Ligand in Catalysis: Serves as a precursor for nitrogen-donor ligands used in homogeneous catalysis for various organic transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Methyl-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydroquinoline
CAS No.	91-61-2
Molecular Formula	C10H13N
Molecular Weight	147.22 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroquinoline; 6-Methyl-3,4-dihydro-2H-quinoline; 6-Methyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroquinolin; 6-Methyltetrahydroquinoline; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-6-methylquinoline; NSC 406908; 6-Methyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-quinoline
EINECS	202-084-8

Quality Control

Our 6-Methyl-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydroquinoline is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 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.