Description

6-Chloro-8-Methylquinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity quinoline derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel compounds with targeted biological or physical properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting infectious diseases or central nervous system disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the quinoline core.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating chelating agents and catalysts used in metal-organic chemistry and industrial catalysis.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and production of organic electronic materials, such as OLEDs or conductive polymers.
• Chemical Biology: Utilized as a molecular scaffold or probe in biochemical research and diagnostic agent development.
• Custom Synthesis: A fundamental substrate for contract research organizations (CROs) and CDMOs performing bespoke chemical synthesis for clients.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chloro-8-Methylquinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	948289-56-3
Molecular Formula	C12H8ClNO2
Molecular Weight	233.65 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Methyl-6-chloroquinoline-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Quinolinecarboxylic acid, 6-chloro-8-methyl-; 6-Chloro-8-methylquinoline-3-carboxylate; 6-Chloro-8-methyl-3-quinolinecarboxylic acid; 948289-56-3; 6-Chloro-8-methyl-quinoline-3-carboxylic acid; 6-Chloro-8-methyl-3-quinoline carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 6-Chloro-8-Methylquinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and production. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.