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2-Methylisoquinoline-1,3(2H,4H)-dione

Also known as: 1,3(2H,4H)-Isoquinolinedione, 2-methyl-, 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-2-methyl-1,3-dioxoisoquinoline, 2-methyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroisoquinoline-1,3-dione, 2-methyl-4H-isoquinoline-1,3-dione, N-methylhomophthalimide

2-Methylisoquinoline-1,3(2H,4H)-dione (CAS 4494-53-5) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H9NO2 and a molecular weight of 175.18400 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 121-122 °C, a boiling point of 355.6ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.248g/cm3 and a flash point of 173.4ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
4494-53-5
Jingsj CID
J-1180257-6
Molecular Formula
C10H9NO2
Molecular Weight
175.18400 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point121-122 °C
Boiling Point355.6ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.248g/cm3
Flash Point173.4ºC
Exact Mass175.06300
PSA37.38000
LogP0.77920
Refractive Index1.584
Storage Conditions2-8°C

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2933499090
Summary2933499090. other compounds containing in the structure a quinoline or isoquinoline ring-system (whether or not hydrogenated), not further fused. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Methylisoquinoline-1,3(2H,4H)-dione?

The CAS number of 2-Methylisoquinoline-1,3(2H,4H)-dione is 4494-53-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Methylisoquinoline-1,3(2H,4H)-dione?

2-Methylisoquinoline-1,3(2H,4H)-dione has molecular formula C10H9NO2 and molecular weight 175.18400 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Methylisoquinoline-1,3(2H,4H)-dione?

For 2-Methylisoquinoline-1,3(2H,4H)-dione, Upstream Products: Homophthalic anhydride, Homophthalic acid, Malononitrile; Downstream Products: Isoquinoline, 2-Methylisoquinoline-1,3,4-trione.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Methylisoquinoline-1,3(2H,4H)-dione (CAS 4494-53-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1180257-6 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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