CAS 103858-51-1

6-Bromo-4-methoxy-2-methylquinoline

Description:

6-Bromo-4-methoxy-2-methylquinoline is an organic compound belonging to the quinoline family, characterized by a fused bicyclic structure containing a benzene ring and a pyridine ring. This compound features a bromine atom at the 6-position, a methoxy group (-OCH3) at the 4-position, and a methyl group (-CH3) at the 2-position of the quinoline ring. The presence of these substituents influences its chemical properties, including its reactivity and solubility. Typically, compounds like this exhibit moderate to high lipophilicity due to their aromatic nature, which can affect their biological activity and potential applications in medicinal chemistry. The bromine atom can serve as a site for further chemical modifications, while the methoxy group may enhance the compound's stability and solubility in organic solvents. Additionally, quinoline derivatives are known for their diverse pharmacological activities, including antimicrobial and antimalarial properties, making them of interest in drug development. Safety and handling precautions should be observed due to the potential toxicity associated with brominated compounds.

Formula: C₁₁H₁₀BrNO

InChI: InChI=1S/C11H10BrNO/c1-7-5-11(14-2)9-6-8(12)3-4-10(9)13-7/h3-6H,1-2H3

InChI key: InChIKey=AEOVQSCEGWQLAY-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: O(C)C=1C2=C(N=C(C)C1)C=CC(Br)=C2

Synonyms:

• Quinoline, 6-bromo-4-methoxy-2-methyl-
• 6-Bromo-4-methoxy-2-methylquinoline
• Quinaldine, 6-bromo-4-methoxy-