Description

2,5,7-Trimethylquinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically derived quinoline derivative serving as a critical advanced intermediate in modern organic synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized quinoline core, which is essential for constructing complex molecules with specific biological and photophysical properties. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in oncology and anti-infective research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides due to its bioactive quinoline structure.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Serves as a precursor for electron-transport or host materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Coordination Chemistry & Catalysis: Acts as a ligand or precursor for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and homogeneous catalysts.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized quinoline-based dyes for technical applications.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and the discovery of new chemical reactions in university and CRO laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5,7-Trimethylquinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	948290-95-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₃NO₂
Molecular Weight	215.25 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Quinolinecarboxylic acid, 2,5,7-trimethyl-; 2,5,7-Trimethylquinoline-3-carboxylic acid; 2,5,7-Trimethyl-3-quinolinecarboxylic acid; 3-Carboxy-2,5,7-trimethylquinoline; TQCA; TMQCA; 948290-95-7 (CAS Registry Number)
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Quality Control

Our 2,5,7-Trimethylquinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with every 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). The product may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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