Description

2-Hydroxy-6-Methoxyquinoline is a versatile quinoline derivative that serves as a critical building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique bifunctional structure, featuring both phenolic and methoxy-substituted quinoline moieties, makes it valuable for creating complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with antimalarial, antibacterial, or anticancer activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators due to its heterocyclic scaffold.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the production of specialized quinoline-based dyes and colorants.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a building block for organic semiconductors and light-emitting materials.
• Research & Development: A valuable standard and reagent in academic and industrial R&D for method development and exploratory chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxy-6-Methoxyquinoline
CAS No.	13676-00-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₉NO₂
Molecular Weight	175.18 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methoxy-2-quinolinol; 6-Methoxy-2-hydroxyquinoline; 2-Quinolinol, 6-methoxy-; 2-Hydroxy-6-methoxyquinoline; 6-Methoxyquinolin-2-ol; 6-Methoxy-2(1H)-quinolinone (tautomer); NSC 403697
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxy-6-Methoxyquinoline is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific results are available upon request.

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 incompatible materials. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

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.