Description

2-Hydroxyquinoline is a versatile organic compound belonging to the quinoline family, serving as a crucial building block and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a hydroxyl group and a nitrogen-containing heterocycle, makes it valuable for creating complex molecules with specific functionalities. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients, ligands, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with quinoline-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, contributing to crop protection solutions.
• Metal Chelation & Catalysis: Acts as a ligand for metal ions, finding applications in catalytic processes, metal extraction, and analytical chemistry.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a building block for electron-transport materials and emissive layers in display and lighting technologies.
• Corrosion Inhibition: Utilized in formulations to protect metals in industrial and automotive applications due to its chelating properties.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: An intermediate in the synthesis of complex dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical reactions and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxyquinoline
CAS No.	104534-80-7
Molecular Formula	C9H7NO
Molecular Weight	145.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Quinolin-2-ol; 2-Quinolinol; 2-Quinolone; Carbostyril; 2-Hydroxyquinoline; 1H-Quinolin-2-one; 2(1H)-Quinolinone; 2-Quinolol
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Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxyquinoline is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	195°C - 205°C
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.