CAS 1070879-34-3

4-Bromo-5,8-dimethylquinoline

Description:

4-Bromo-5,8-dimethylquinoline is an organic compound characterized by its quinoline structure, which consists of a fused benzene and pyridine ring. The presence of bromine at the 4-position and two methyl groups at the 5 and 8 positions contributes to its unique chemical properties. This compound is typically a yellow to brown solid and is sparingly soluble in water but more soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and dichloromethane. Its molecular structure suggests potential applications in pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly due to the biological activity often associated with quinoline derivatives. The bromine substituent can enhance reactivity in electrophilic aromatic substitution reactions, making it a useful intermediate in synthetic organic chemistry. Additionally, the compound may exhibit interesting photophysical properties, which could be explored in materials science. As with many halogenated compounds, safety precautions should be taken when handling 4-Bromo-5,8-dimethylquinoline, as it may pose health risks and environmental concerns.

Formula: C₁₁H₁₀BrN

InChI: InChI=1S/C11H10BrN/c1-7-3-4-8(2)11-10(7)9(12)5-6-13-11/h3-6H,1-2H3

InChI key: InChIKey=OCJWXTVLBZUKJA-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: CC=1C2=C(C(C)=CC1)C(Br)=CC=N2

Synonyms:

• 4-Bromo-5,8-dimethylquinoline
• Quinoline, 4-bromo-5,8-dimethyl-