Description

6-Chloro-3-Methylquinoline is a versatile halogenated quinoline derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique molecular scaffold, which is essential for constructing complex heterocyclic systems with targeted biological and material properties. This compound is primarily needed by research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, and agrochemical manufacturers for applications in drug discovery, material science, and the synthesis of specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with quinoline-based structures.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and production of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), dyes, and other functional materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: An important reagent for constructing complex heterocycles in medicinal and synthetic chemistry.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.
• Ligand Synthesis: Can be used to prepare specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chloro-3-Methylquinoline
CAS No.	97041-62-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₈ClN
Molecular Weight	177.63 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-6-chloroquinoline; 6-Chloro-3-methylquinoline; Quinoline, 6-chloro-3-methyl-; 6-Chloro-3-methyl-quinoline; 97041-62-8; 6-Chloro-3-methyl-chinolin; 6-Chlor-3-methylchinolin
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Chloro-3-Methylquinoline is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to confirm identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request for quality assurance and regulatory compliance.

Storage

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

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.