3-Acetyl-2-methylquinoxaline

• CAT Number: C000557
• CAS Number: 22059-64-9
• Molecular Formula: C₁₁H₁₀N₂O
• Molecular Weight: 186.21
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 1-(3-Methyl-2-quinoxalinyl)ethanone; 2-Acetyl-3-methylquinoxaline
• Appearance: Brown Solid
• Storage: -20°C, Inert atmosphere

3-Acetyl-2-methylquinoxaline (CAT: C000557) functions as a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of Desoxyquinocetone, a significant metabolite of the veterinary drug Quinocetone. While the specific mode of action of 3-Acetyl-2-methylquinoxaline is not detailed, its role lies in serving as a precursor in the synthesis of Desoxyquinocetone. Pharmacologically, it contributes to veterinary medicine, particularly in the context of understanding Quinocetone metabolism in animals.

Reference

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