Description

6-Ethoxy-2-Methylquinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically valuable quinoline derivative. This compound serves as a critical advanced intermediate in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty organic materials. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly for anti-infective, anti-inflammatory, or central nervous system (CNS) targeted therapies.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides, leveraging the quinoline scaffold's bioactivity.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating functionalized organic molecules used in dyes, pigments, or organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probe: Utilized in academic and industrial research to develop molecular probes for studying biological pathways and enzyme functions.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Ethoxy-2-Methylquinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	948289-62-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₅NO₃
Molecular Weight	245.27 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-6-ethoxyquinoline-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Quinolinecarboxylic acid, 6-ethoxy-2-methyl-; 6-Ethoxy-2-methyl-3-quinolinecarboxylic acid; EMQCA; 948289-62-1; Quinoline-3-carboxylic acid, 6-ethoxy-2-methyl- derivative
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Quality Control

Our 6-Ethoxy-2-Methylquinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

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). The product may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.