Description

4-Hydroxy-6-Methyl-2-Phenylquinoline is a high-purity quinoline derivative, a versatile heterocyclic building block prized for its unique structural and electronic properties. This compound is critical for advanced research and development in organic synthesis, where it serves as a key precursor for complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for applications ranging from drug discovery to the development of functional organic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with quinoline-based pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides with enhanced efficacy and selectivity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a core structure or ligand in the development of electroluminescent materials for display and lighting technologies.
• Coordination Chemistry & Catalysis: Acts as a chelating ligand for transition metals, forming complexes used in catalytic processes and material science.
• Dye & Pigment Precursor: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized quinoline-based dyes and pigments for high-performance applications.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental research chemical for studying heterocyclic chemistry, reaction mechanisms, and structure-activity relationships.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-6-Methyl-2-Phenylquinoline
CAS No.	1148-49-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₃NO
Molecular Weight	235.28 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methyl-2-phenyl-4-quinolinol; 2-Phenyl-6-methyl-4-quinolinol; 4-Hydroxy-6-methyl-2-phenylquinoline; 4-Quinolinol, 6-methyl-2-phenyl-; 2-Phenyl-6-methylquinolin-4-ol; 6-Methyl-2-phenyl-4-hydroxyquinoline; 4-Hydroxy-6-methyl-2-phenyl-quinoline
EINECS	214-558-8

Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxy-6-Methyl-2-Phenylquinoline is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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