Compound Q&A
How is 6-Methoxyquinoline (CAS: 5263-87-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
6-Methoxyquinoline is commonly synthesized via the methylation of 5-hydroxyquinoline. The reaction is catalyzed by phosphoric acid and typically proceeds with high yield and good selectivity. Other methods include the reduction of 7-chloro-6-methoxyquinoline with sodium borohydride, which gives the desired product with high purity.
About
CAS No
5263-87-6
English Name
6-Methoxyquinoline
Molecular Formula
C10H9NO
Molecular Weight
159.19 g/mol
SMILES
COC1=CC2=C(C=C1)N=CC=C2
InChIKey
HFDLDPJYCIEXJP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-07 10:19
