Description

4-Chloro-2-Methylquinolin-6-Ol is a versatile quinoline derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique halogenated and hydroxylated structure makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with targeted properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific biological pathways where the quinoline scaffold is active.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a starting material for synthesizing electron-transport or emissive layer materials in electronic displays.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: The hydroxyl and nitrogen groups can be utilized to create chelating ligands for metal complexes used in catalysis or materials science.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for producing specialized quinoline-based dyes and colorants.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Employed in fundamental chemical research to explore new reaction methodologies and compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-2-Methylquinolin-6-Ol
CAS No.	16171-44-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₈ClNO
Molecular Weight	193.63 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Hydroxy-4-chloro-2-methylquinoline; 4-Chloro-2-methyl-6-quinolinol; 2-Methyl-4-chloroquinolin-6-ol; 4-Chloro-2-methyl-6-hydroxyquinoline; 16171-44-1; Quinolin-6-ol, 4-chloro-2-methyl-; 4-Chloro-2-methylquinoline-6-ol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-Chloro-2-Methylquinolin-6-Ol adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

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	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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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