Description

Ethyl 8-Hydroxyquinoline-5-Carboxylate is a versatile quinoline derivative that serves as a key synthetic intermediate and functional material. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which combines a carboxylate ester with a hydroxyquinoline moiety, enabling applications in coordination chemistry and advanced material synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional chelating agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with metal-chelating or antimicrobial properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new fungicides and plant protection agents that leverage the bioactive quinoline scaffold.
• Coordination Chemistry & Catalyst Ligand: Acts as a versatile bidentate ligand for complexing various metal ions, useful in catalysis and material science.
• Analytical Reagent: Employed as a selective chelating agent in the spectrophotometric determination and separation of metal ions.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a precursor or dopant in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other electronic materials.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing compounds that protect metals from corrosion.
• Polymer Additive: Used to impart specific properties like UV stabilization or antimicrobial activity to polymer matrices.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reactions.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Ethyl 8-Hydroxyquinoline-5-Carboxylate
CAS No.	104293-76-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₁NO₃
Molecular Weight	217.22 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Hydroxyquinoline-5-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 8-hydroxy-5-quinolincarboxylate; 5-Carbethoxy-8-hydroxyquinoline; 8-Hydroxy-5-quinolinecarboxylic acid ethyl ester; 5-Ethoxycarbonyl-8-hydroxyquinoline; Ethyl 5-carboxy-8-hydroxyquinoline; 8-Hydroxyquinoline-5-carboxylate ethyl ester; 5-Quinolinecarboxylic acid, 8-hydroxy-, ethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 8-Hydroxyquinoline-5-Carboxylate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and heavy metals. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all specifications is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and should be stored away from direct light. Due to its potential for oxidation, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage of opened containers and to minimize headspace.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.