Description

6-Chloro-4-Hydroxy-2-Methylquinoline is a high-purity quinoline derivative, a key heterocyclic building block valued for its structural versatility in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers developing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty fine chemicals. It is primarily targeted at the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and as a precursor for complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel quinoline-based drug candidates with potential antimicrobial, anticancer, or anti-inflammatory activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging the bioactivity of the quinoline core.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functional unit in the creation of organic semiconductors, luminescent materials, and metal-chelating polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying heterocyclic chemistry, reaction mechanisms, and as a scaffold for library synthesis.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a key intermediate in the production of specialized quinoline-derived dyes and pigments for technical applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chloro-4-Hydroxy-2-Methylquinoline
CAS No.	15644-86-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₈ClNO
Molecular Weight	193.63 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hydroxy-6-chloro-2-methylquinoline; 2-Methyl-6-chloro-4-quinolinol; 6-Chloro-2-methyl-4-quinolinol; 6-Chloro-4-hydroxy-2-methylquinoline; 4-Quinolinol, 6-chloro-2-methyl-; 2-Methyl-6-chloro-4-hydroxyquinoline
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Chloro-4-Hydroxy-2-Methylquinoline is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and commercial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, 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.