Description

2,4-Dimethyl-8-Hydroxyquinoline is a versatile quinoline derivative that serves as a crucial intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized structure, which makes it a key building block for creating complex molecules with specific optical or coordination properties. This compound is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for research and production purposes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with chelating or antimicrobial properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for developing novel fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Metal Chelating Agent: Functions as a ligand in coordination chemistry for creating catalysts or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a core structure for developing electron-transport or host materials in optoelectronic devices.
• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Employed as a complexing agent for the spectrophotometric determination of various metal ions.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Precursor: Used in research for formulating advanced corrosion inhibitors for industrial applications.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Provides a foundational structure for synthesizing specialized dyes and functional pigments.
• Research & Development: A valuable compound for academic and industrial R&D in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dimethyl-8-Hydroxyquinoline
CAS No.	115310-98-0
Molecular Formula	C11H11NO
Molecular Weight	173.21 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Hydroxy-2,4-dimethylquinoline; 2,4-Dimethyl-8-quinolinol; 8-Quinolinol, 2,4-dimethyl-; 2,4-Dimethyl-8-hydroxyquinoline; 8-Hydroxy-2,4-dimethylquinoline; 2,4-Dimethylquinolin-8-ol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dimethyl-8-Hydroxyquinoline is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our industrial and research partners. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance processes.

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 incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.