Description

2-Quinolinylmethanol is a versatile heterocyclic building block and fine chemical intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its quinoline-based structure makes it a valuable precursor for the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers engaged in creating active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), ligands for catalysis, and specialty functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of various quinoline-based drug candidates, including potential antimalarial, antibacterial, and anticancer agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators that require functionalized quinoline scaffolds.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and metal complexation.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and development of organic electronic materials, such as light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and conductive polymers.
• Dye and Pigment Industry: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing specialized quinoline dyes and colorants.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool compound in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical reactions and building molecular libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Quinolinylmethanol
CAS No.	1780-17-2
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO
Molecular Weight	159.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Quinolinemethanol; (Quinolin-2-yl)methanol; 2-Hydroxymethylquinoline; Quinoline-2-methanol; 2-(Hydroxymethyl)quinoline; 2-Quinolylmethanol; 2-Quinolinecarbinol
EINECS	217-217-4

Quality Control

Our 2-Quinolinylmethanol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity determination and spectroscopic methods for identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, appearance, and impurity profiles.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.