Production of 5-Amino-1MQ Iodide (5-Amino-1-Methylquinolinium Iodide) typically involves organic synthesis methods focused on quaternization of the quinoline core, followed by iodide exchange. Below is a general outline of the synthetic process:
1. Starting Materials
- 5-Aminoquinoline (C9H8N2)
- Methylating Agent (e.g., Methyl Iodide, CH3I)
- Base or Catalyst (e.g., Sodium Hydride or Potassium Carbonate)
- Solvent (e.g., Acetonitrile, Dimethylformamide)

2. Synthesis Steps
Step 1: N-Methylation of 5-Aminoquinoline
- The 5-Aminoquinoline is reacted with a methylating agent (such as methyl iodide) in an appropriate solvent.
- The reaction is conducted at elevated temperatures (e.g., 60–100°C) for several hours under stirring conditions.
- This leads to quaternization at the N-1 position of the quinoline ring, forming 5-Amino-1MQ Iodide .
Step 2: Purification
The crude product is purified using solvent recrystallization (e.g., ethanol, methanol).
Alternatively, chromatographic techniques (e.g., column chromatography) can be used for further purification.
3. Final Product
- The final 5-Amino-1MQ Iodide is typically obtained as a yellow or off-white crystalline solid.
- It is dried under vacuum at moderate temperatures.

Reaction Scheme
5-Aminoquinoline+CH3I→5-Amino-1MQ Iodide
This is a generalized process, and specific parameters may vary based on optimization for purity, yield, and industrial scalability. Would you like details on analytical characterization (e.g., NMR, MS, IR) or alternative synthesis routes?
