Description

4-Amino-2-Methyl-6-Trifluoromethylquinoline is a high-purity, functionalized quinoline derivative of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a critical building block for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty agrochemicals. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for its unique trifluoromethyl-substituted quinoline scaffold.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, anti-infectives, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and stability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as an organic ligand or a core structure in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), liquid crystals, and other functional materials.
• Chemical Research: Employed as a versatile scaffold in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Potential use in the synthesis of specialized quinoline-based dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Amino-2-Methyl-6-Trifluoromethylquinoline
CAS No.	948292-54-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₉F₃N₂
Molecular Weight	226.20 g/mol
Synonyms	6-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-methylquinolin-4-amine; 2-Methyl-6-(trifluoromethyl)-4-quinolinamine; 4-Quinolinamine, 2-methyl-6-(trifluoromethyl)-; 4-Amino-2-methyl-6-trifluoromethylquinoline; 2-Methyl-4-amino-6-trifluoromethylquinoline; 6-Trifluoromethyl-2-methyl-4-aminoquinoline; AMTFQ
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Quality Control

Our 4-Amino-2-Methyl-6-Trifluoromethylquinoline 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 cGMP starting material requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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