Description

Isoquinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile heterocyclic building block and key synthetic intermediate in organic chemistry. Its value lies in its fused aromatic structure, which serves as a core scaffold for developing advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to synthesize complex molecules for high-value applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various alkaloids and potential drug candidates targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating chelating ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation studies.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, fluorescent dyes, and other functional organic materials.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Utilized as a high-purity standard in analytical chemistry for method development and quality control.

Basic Information

Product Name	Isoquinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	942-75-6
Molecular Formula	C10H7NO2
Molecular Weight	173.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Isoquinolinecarboxylic Acid; 3-Carboxyisoquinoline; Isoquinoline-3-carboxylic acid; 1-Azanaphthalene-3-carboxylic acid; 942-75-6; Quinoline-3-carboxylic acid (related isomer); 3-Quinolinecarboxylic acid (common misnomer)
EINECS	213-389-6

Quality Control

Our Isoquinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to protect from 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%

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