Description

3-Hydroxyquinoline-2-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile heterocyclic carboxylic acid derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both a quinoline core and a carboxylic acid group, makes it invaluable for constructing complex molecules with specific electronic and binding properties. 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 building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzymes or receptors where the quinoline scaffold is pharmacologically active.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Coordination Chemistry & Chelating Agent: Acts as a ligand for metal ions, useful in creating catalysts, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and analytical reagents.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a precursor for developing organic semiconductors, light-emitting materials, and other functional molecules due to its conjugated system.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized quinoline-based dyes and colorants.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a standard or probe in biochemical assays and as a scaffold for developing enzyme inhibitors.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxyquinoline-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	15462-45-0
Molecular Formula	C10H7NO3
Molecular Weight	189.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Quinolinecarboxylic acid, 3-hydroxy-; 3-Hydroxy-2-quinolinecarboxylic acid; 3-Hydroxyquinoline-2-carboxylate; 3-Hydroxy-2-carboxyquinoline; 3-Hydroxyquinaldinic acid; 2-Carboxy-3-hydroxyquinoline; 3-Hydroxy-2-quinoline carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

We maintain stringent quality control protocols for 3-Hydroxyquinoline-2-Carboxylic Acid to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to meet the exacting standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider conditions under an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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