Description

2-(Bromomethyl)-6-Nitroquinoline is a versatile and reactive halogenated nitroquinoline derivative, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic combination of a reactive bromomethyl group and an electron-withdrawing nitro substituent on the quinoline scaffold, enabling precise molecular construction. This compound is primarily sought by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel quinoline-based drug candidates, including potential antimicrobials, anticancer agents, and kinase inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the bioactivity of the quinoline core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating complex chelating ligands or organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science: Intermediate in the production of advanced organic electronic materials, such as OLEDs or conductive polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create tagged molecules or photoaffinity labels for studying biological processes and target identification.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromomethyl group acts as a handle for various palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) to introduce complex substituents.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Bromomethyl)-6-Nitroquinoline
CAS No.	90767-09-2
Molecular Formula	C10H7BrN2O2
Molecular Weight	267.08 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Nitro-2-(bromomethyl)quinoline; 2-Bromomethyl-6-nitroquinoline; Quinoline, 2-(bromomethyl)-6-nitro-; (6-Nitroquinolin-2-yl)methyl bromide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(Bromomethyl)-6-Nitroquinoline is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and heavy metals. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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