Description

2-Chloro-3-Chloromethyl-8-Ethylquinoline is a versatile halogenated quinoline derivative, a crucial building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and high-performance agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists, process development scientists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to create novel compounds with specific biological activities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in developing quinoline-based therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for creating advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides with enhanced efficacy.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of functional organic materials, including ligands for metal complexes and components for organic electronics.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological systems and enzyme mechanisms.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A valuable starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up production under cGMP or ISO standards.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-3-Chloromethyl-8-Ethylquinoline
CAS No.	948291-44-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₁Cl₂N
Molecular Weight	240.13 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Ethyl-2-chloro-3-(chloromethyl)quinoline; 3-(Chloromethyl)-2-chloro-8-ethylquinoline; 2-Chloro-3-chloromethyl-8-ethylquinoline; Quinoline, 2-chloro-3-(chloromethyl)-8-ethyl-; 948291-44-9
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-3-Chloromethyl-8-Ethylquinoline 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 exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles 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, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Assay	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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