Description

5-Chloro-8-Methylquinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically valuable quinoline derivative. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block in organic synthesis. It is primarily required by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in antimicrobial and anticancer research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced fungicides and herbicides with specific modes of action.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in the preparation of complexing agents and catalysts for metal-mediated organic reactions.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functional additive in the development of specialty polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method validation in laboratories.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental reagent for exploring new heterocyclic chemistry and synthesizing complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-8-Methylquinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	948294-24-4
Molecular Formula	C12H8ClNO2
Molecular Weight	233.65 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-8-methylquinoline-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Quinolinecarboxylic acid, 5-chloro-8-methyl-; 8-Methyl-5-chloroquinoline-3-carboxylic acid; 5-Chloro-8-methyl-3-quinolinecarboxylic acid; 948294-24-4; 5-Chloro-8-methyl-quinoline-3-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 5-Chloro-8-Methylquinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting research and production-grade specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

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