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8-Amino-2-methylquinoline – CAS 18978-78-4 Chemical

May 08, 2026

CAS RN: 18978-78-4 | Alias: 8-Aminoquinaldine | C₁₀H₁₀N₂
Application: pigment intermediate, pharmaceutical intermediate, chemical reagent.

Product Overview – 8-Aminoquinaldine

Chemical Name: 8-Amino-2-methylquinoline

CAS RN: 18978-78-4

Alias: 8-Aminoquinaldine

Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₁₀N₂

Molecular Weight: 158

Technical Specifications

Appearance: Light yellow to yellow crystalline solid

Purity: ≥99.0% (HPLC)

Melting Point: 56 – 58°C

Moisture: ≤0.01%

Main Uses

Chemical reagent, fine chemical, pharmaceutical intermediate, pigment intermediate.

Applications

8-Amino-2-methylquinoline (CAS 18978-78-4), also known as 8-Aminoquinaldine, serves as a versatile building block in multiple industries:

  • Pharmaceutical Intermediate — Key scaffold in the synthesis of therapeutic agents and medicinal chemistry compounds
  • Pigment Intermediate — Used in the production of specialty organic pigments and dyes
  • Chemical Reagent — Fine chemical applications in research laboratories and industrial processes
  • Chemical Probe Development — Heterocyclic amine used in developing chemical probes for biological research

Why Choose Honor for 8-Amino-2-methylquinoline?

  • ≥99.0% Purity (HPLC) — Higher than standard 98.0% offered by TCI and Fisher Scientific
  • ISO 9001 Certified — Batch-to-batch consistency guaranteed
  • 50kg/barrel or custom packaging for bulk orders
  • Free samples available for quality testing before bulk purchase

Packaging

Barrel packaging: 50Kg/barrel, or packaged according to customer requirements.

Why Choose Honor Pigments?

  • 🌍 Global Export Expertise — Trusted by customers in 40+ countries for consistent quality and reliable supply
  • Strict Quality Control — ISO 9001 certified with batch-to-batch consistency and zero-defect policy
  • 💰 OEM Production Advantage — Competitive pricing without compromising pigment performance
  • 🧪 Technical Support — Free color matching, formulation advice and sample testing before bulk order

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Frequently Asked Questions — 8-Amino-2-methylquinoline – CAS 18978-78-4 Chemical

What is 8-Amino-2-methylquinoline – CAS 18978-78-4 Chemical used for?

8-Amino-2-methylquinoline – CAS 18978-78-4 Chemical (8-Amino-2-methylquinoline – CAS 18978-78-4 Chemical) is an organic pigment supplied by Honor Pigments for printing inks, industrial coatings, plastics masterbatch, and textile printing. ISO 9001 certified quality with batch-to-batch consistency.

Is 8-Amino-2-methylquinoline – CAS 18978-78-4 Chemical suitable for water-based applications?

Yes. 8-Amino-2-methylquinoline – CAS 18978-78-4 Chemical can be formulated for water-based ink and coating systems when combined with proper dispersing and wetting agents. Contact Honor Pigments for application-specific grade recommendations.

What technical data is available for 8-Amino-2-methylquinoline – CAS 18978-78-4 Chemical?

Full technical datasheets including heat resistance, light fastness, oil absorption, density, pH value, and particle size distribution are available upon request. Honor Pigments maintains 3-year batch records for QC traceability.

How does Honor Pigments ensure batch consistency for 8-Amino-2-methylquinoline – CAS 18978-78-4 Chemical?

Every batch undergoes color strength, shade, dispersibility, and particle size testing against internal standards. Results are documented per ISO 9001 procedures and available with each shipment.

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