Description

7-Methyl-3,4-Dihydro-1,8-Naphthyridin-2(1H)-One is a high-purity, specialized heterocyclic organic compound serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its unique fused naphthyridinone structure, which is essential for constructing complex molecules with targeted biological or material properties. This intermediate is primarily needed by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals, where precise molecular architecture is paramount.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-infective therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require specific heterocyclic cores for efficacy.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for organic electronic materials, such as ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or components in organic semiconductors.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the synthesis of molecular probes and inhibitors for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for custom synthesis projects requiring this specific scaffold.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Methyl-3,4-Dihydro-1,8-Naphthyridin-2(1H)-One
CAS No.	959616-99-0
Molecular Formula	C10H10N2O
Molecular Weight	174.20 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Methyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-1,8-naphthyridin-2-one; 7-Methyl-3,4-dihydro-1H-1,8-naphthyridin-2-one; 7-Methyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-8-naphthyridin-2-one; 2(1H)-Naphthyridinone, 3,4-dihydro-7-methyl-; 7-Methyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-[1,8]naphthyridin-2-one; 959616-99-0 (CAS Name Base)
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Quality Control

Our 7-Methyl-3,4-Dihydro-1,8-Naphthyridin-2(1H)-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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