6,7-Dimethoxy-1-(pyridin-3-yl)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroisoquinoline CAS 3161-08-8

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.3161-08-8
Molecular FormulaC16H18N2O2
Molecular Weight270.33 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

6,7-Dimethoxy-1-(pyridin-3-yl)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroisoquinoline CAS 3161-08-8 chemical structure

Description

The occurrence of 6,7-Dimethoxy-1-(pyridin-3-yl)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroisoquinoline is closely related to a nitrogen-containing heterocyclic scaffold, an amide group, a hydroxyl group, an ether linkage in its molecular formula, which determines its behaviour during synthesis, purification, or degradation.

6,7-Dimethoxy-1-(pyridin-3-yl)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroisoquinoline (CAS 3161-08-8), molecular formula C16H18N2O2 and molecular weight 270.33 g/mol, is a CATO reference standard with documented purity and traceability.

Structurally, 6,7-Dimethoxy-1-(pyridin-3-yl)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroisoquinoline (C16H18N2O2) contains a nitrogen-containing heterocyclic scaffold, an amide group, a hydroxyl group, an ether linkage. The molecule exhibits a degree of unsaturation (DBE) of 9.0, corresponding to approximately 9 ring(s) or double-bond equivalent(s). With a molecular weight of 270.33 g/mol, it falls into the medium-molecular-weight range. The presence of an aromatic ring or conjugated system gives the compound characteristic absorption bands in the UV-Vis region, making it well suited to UV or diode-array detection (DAD).

Recommended for analytical method development and validation; each product is supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA) ensuring ISO 17034 metrological traceability.

CATO manufactures 6,7-Dimethoxy-1-(pyridin-3-yl)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroisoquinoline under ISO 17034:2016 accreditation with dual CNAS and ANAB accreditation. Each batch is characterized by orthogonal methods and supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA), ensuring metrological traceability.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC16H18N2O2
Molecular Weight270.33 g/mol
AppearancePale yellow to yellow crystalline powder
Purity97%+
StorageStore at 2-8°C, protect from light, keep sealed and dry
Solubility (reference)Soluble in DMSO, DMF, methanol
StabilityMay oxidize slowly on prolonged air exposure; Light-sensitive; avoid direct strong light; Hygroscopic; reseal immediately after opening
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)9.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)1957
Nitrogen Atoms2

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