Description

4-Methyl-Quinoline-6-Carbonitrile is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic building block and advanced pharmaceutical intermediate. This compound is valued for its unique quinoline core structure, which is integral to the synthesis of complex molecules with significant biological activity. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological disorders, infectious diseases, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides due to its bioactive quinoline scaffold.
• Material Science: Serves as a building block for creating organic semiconductors, light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), and other advanced electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a versatile reagent in organic chemistry for constructing complex nitrogen-containing heterocycles.
• Dye & Pigment Industry: Acts as an intermediate in the production of specialized quinoline-based dyes and colorants.
• Ligand Synthesis: Useful for creating novel ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methyl-Quinoline-6-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	924962-08-3
Molecular Formula	C11H8N2
Molecular Weight	168.20 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Cyano-4-methylquinoline; 4-Methyl-6-quinolinecarbonitrile; 4-Methylquinoline-6-carbonitrile; Quinoline, 6-cyano-4-methyl-; 6-Cyano-4-methyl-quinoline; 4-Methyl-6-cyanoquinoline
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Methyl-Quinoline-6-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is subjected to rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to verify identity and purity against established specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and 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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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