Description

6-Bromo-4-Hydroxy-Quinoline-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-value, multifunctional heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique bromo-hydroxy-carboxylic acid substitution pattern makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored biological and material properties. This compound is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel quinoline-based drug candidates, including potential antimicrobial, anticancer, and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to develop advanced crop protection chemicals, such as herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its bioactive quinoline core.
• Ligand and Chelator Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation studies.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, dyes, and fluorescent markers due to its conjugated aromatic system.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to build molecular probes for studying biological processes and enzyme inhibition.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A vital building block for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs serving the life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	6-Bromo-4-Hydroxy-Quinoline-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	10174-70-6
Molecular Formula	C11H6BrNO3
Molecular Weight	280.07 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Bromo-4-hydroxyquinoline-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Quinolinecarboxylic acid, 6-bromo-4-hydroxy-; 6-Bromo-4-hydroxy-2-quinolinecarboxylic acid; 6-Bromo-4-hydroxy-2-carboxyquinoline; 4-Hydroxy-6-bromoquinoline-2-carboxylic acid; 6-Bromo-4-hydroxyquinoline-2-carboxylate; 6-Bromo-4-oxo-1,4-dihydroquinoline-2-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 6-Bromo-4-Hydroxy-Quinoline-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay (HPLC), related substances, and residual solvents. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring GMP-grade intermediates and research materials.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The compound may be light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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