Ethyl 3-oxo-4H-quinoxaline-2-carboxylate

• CAT Number: M131939
• CAS Number: 36818-07-2
• Molecular Formula: C11H10N2O3
• Molecular Weight: 218.212
• Purity: ≥95%
• IUPAC Name: ethyl 3-oxo-4H-quinoxaline-2-carboxylate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C11H10N2O3/c1-2-16-11(15)9-10(14)13-8-6-4-3-5-7(8)12-9/h3-6H,2H2,1H3,(H,13,14)
• InChIKey: MIIFHRBUBUHJMC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CCOC(=O)C1=NC2=CC=CC=C2NC1=O

Ethyl 3-oxo-4H-quinoxaline-2-carboxylate is a heterocyclic compound used in pharmaceutical research and organic synthesis. Its quinoxaline core, featuring a keto group at position 3 and an ethyl ester at position 2, makes it a valuable intermediate in the development of bioactive molecules, particularly in drug discovery. This compound is frequently employed in the synthesis of therapeutic agents, including anticancer, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory compounds. Its versatility and reactivity allow for further chemical modifications, contributing to advancements in medicinal chemistry.