
Catalog Number	AR00DE0N
Chemical Name	1-chloro-7-methoxyisoquinoline
CAS Number	53533-54-3
Molecular Formula	C10H8ClNO
Molecular Weight	193.6296
MDL Number	MFCD13189938
SMILES	COc1ccc2c(c1)c(Cl)ncc2

1-Chloro-7-methoxyisoquinoline is a versatile compound used in chemical synthesis for its unique reactivity and functional group compatibility. Its strategic placement of the chlorine and methoxy groups on the isoquinoline scaffold make it an ideal building block for the synthesis of various complex organic molecules. The chloro substituent provides a handle for further derivatization through nucleophilic substitution reactions, allowing for the introduction of a wide range of functional groups.In chemical synthesis, 1-Chloro-7-methoxyisoquinoline is commonly employed in the construction of biologically active compounds, pharmaceutical intermediates, and materials with specific properties. Its use as a key intermediate in the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds has been instrumental in the development of new drugs and materials with diverse applications.Furthermore, the presence of the methoxy group in 1-Chloro-7-methoxyisoquinoline imparts additional electronic properties to the molecule, influencing its reactivity and interactions with other compounds in a synthesis pathway. This unique combination of functional groups makes 1-Chloro-7-methoxyisoquinoline a valuable tool for organic chemists seeking efficient and selective routes to complex molecules.