Description

8-Hydroxyquinoline is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound and a key chelating agent with significant industrial and research utility. Its primary value lies in its ability to form stable complexes with a wide range of metal ions, making it indispensable for analytical chemistry, material science, and pharmaceutical synthesis. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking a reliable intermediate for metal scavenging, catalyst preparation, and analytical reagent formulation.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of antiseptic, antifungal, and antiparasitic agents, as well as in metal-chelating therapeutic drugs.
• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Serves as a precipitating and spectrophotometric reagent for the gravimetric and colorimetric determination of metal ions such as aluminum, magnesium, and iron.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Acts as a fungicide and preservative in crop protection products and pesticide formulations.
• Metal Chelation & Corrosion Inhibition: Employed as a stabilizer and corrosion inhibitor in lubricants, fuels, and polymer systems by sequestering catalytic metal ions.
• Chemical Synthesis Catalyst/Ligand: Utilized as a ligand in coordination chemistry and catalysis for various organic transformations.
• Research & Development: A fundamental building block in academic and industrial research for developing new metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Hydroxyquinoline
CAS No.	148-24-3
Molecular Formula	C9H7NO
Molecular Weight	145.16 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Quinolinol; Oxine; Oxyquinoline; Phenopyridine; 8-Quinolol; Hydroxybenzopyridine; 1-Azanaphthalene-8-ol; Bioquin
EINECS	205-711-1

Quality Control

Our 8-Hydroxyquinoline is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance for your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	73 - 76 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition (Sulfated Ash)	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.