Description

2,6,8-Trimethyl-Quinoline-4-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically valuable quinoline derivative. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block in organic synthesis. It is primarily required by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those with quinoline-based pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Used in the creation of organic semiconductors, ligands for metal complexes, and advanced polymers.
• Dye and Pigment Industry: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized quinoline-based dyes and colorants.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry and method development in organic synthesis.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity standard for quality control and analytical method validation in related chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6,8-Trimethyl-Quinoline-4-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	93189-20-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₃NO₂
Molecular Weight	215.25 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Quinolinecarboxylic acid, 2,6,8-trimethyl-; 2,6,8-Trimethyl-4-quinolinecarboxylic acid; 2,6,8-Trimethylquinoline-4-carboxylic acid; TMQCA; 4-Carboxy-2,6,8-trimethylquinoline; 2,6,8-Trimethyl-4-carboxyquinoline
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Quality Control

Our 2,6,8-Trimethyl-Quinoline-4-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high chemical purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment 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 controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.