Description

8-Chloroisoquinoline-5-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized isoquinoline derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular scaffold, which combines a halogenated heterocycle with a carboxylic acid group, enabling precise chemical modifications. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing novel active ingredients and complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those targeting neurological disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides due to its bioactive heterocyclic core.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating complex chelating agents and catalysts in metal-organic chemistry.
• Material Science: Employed in the research of organic semiconductors and advanced polymers where specific electronic properties are required.
• Chemical Biology: Utilized as a molecular probe or tag in biochemical research to study protein interactions and enzyme mechanisms.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploratory synthesis in university and corporate research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Chloroisoquinoline-5-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	945470-53-1
Molecular Formula	C10H6ClNO2
Molecular Weight	207.61 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Isoquinolinecarboxylic acid, 8-chloro-; 8-Chloro-5-isoquinolinecarboxylic acid; 8-Chloroisoquinoline-5-carboxylic acid; 945470-53-1; 8-Chloro-5-carboxyisoquinoline; 8-Chloro-5-isoquinoline carboxylic acid; 8-Cl-IQC-OH
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Quality Control

Our 8-Chloroisoquinoline-5-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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 away from strong acids and organic solvents. The container must be kept tightly closed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.