Description

8-Hydroxyquinoline Hydrochloride is a versatile organic salt derivative of 8-hydroxyquinoline, valued for its chelating and antimicrobial properties. This compound is a critical intermediate and active ingredient in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and the formulation of specialized chemical products. It serves essential functions in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and analytical reagent industries, where precise chemical performance is paramount.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various antimicrobial and antifungal APIs (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients).
• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Used as a chelating agent for the gravimetric determination and spectrophotometric analysis of metal ions.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Acts as a fungicidal and bactericidal agent in crop protection products.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for the preparation of metal-organic complexes and other quinoline derivatives.
• Preservative Agent: Utilized in certain industrial and laboratory applications to inhibit microbial growth.
• Research & Development: Employed in biochemical and pharmacological research for its biological activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Hydroxyquinoline Hydrochloride
CAS No.	16862-11-6
Molecular Formula	C9H8ClNO
Molecular Weight	181.62 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Hydroxyquinoline HCl; Oxine Hydrochloride; 8-Quinolinol Hydrochloride; 8-Hydroxyquinolinium Chloride; 8-Quinolinol, hydrochloride; Hydroxyquinoline Hydrochloride; 1-Azanaphthalene-8-ol hydrochloride
EINECS	240-882-8

Quality Control

Our 8-Hydroxyquinoline Hydrochloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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