Description

6-Hydroxyquinoline is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound that serves as a crucial building block and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both a hydroxyl group and a nitrogen-containing quinoline ring, makes it valuable for applications requiring metal chelation and specific electronic properties. This compound is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with antimalarial, antibacterial, or anticancer properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Metal Chelating Agent: Functions as an effective ligand for complexing transition metals in analytical chemistry, catalysis, and material science.
• Corrosion Inhibitor: Incorporated into formulations to protect metals in industrial processes due to its ability to form stable surface complexes.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing certain quinoline-based dyes and optical brighteners.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic chemistry research for constructing complex nitrogen-containing heterocycles.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Hydroxyquinoline
CAS No.	19315-93-6
Molecular Formula	C9H7NO
Molecular Weight	145.16 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Quinolinol; Quinolin-6-ol; 6-Hydroxyquinoline; 6-Quinolol; 6-HQ; 1-Azanaphthalene-6-ol; 6-Hydroxy-1-azanaphthalene; NSC 403697
EINECS	242-943-6

Quality Control

Our 6-Hydroxyquinoline is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation, including Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting its use in regulated synthesis pathways.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	190°C - 195°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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