Description

3-Fluoroquinoline-4-Carboxylic Acid is a high-value fluorinated heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a critical precursor in the development of novel pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, where its unique fluorine-substituted quinoline core imparts desirable biological activity and metabolic stability. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating new active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of fluorinated quinolone antibiotics and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new generation pesticides and herbicides with enhanced efficacy and selectivity.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands, catalysts, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: A versatile reagent for introducing the fluoroquinoline moiety into complex molecular architectures.
• Academic & R&D: Employed in medicinal chemistry research for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluoroquinoline-4-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	153880-32-1
Molecular Formula	C10H6FNO2
Molecular Weight	191.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Quinolinecarboxylic acid, 3-fluoro-; 3-Fluoro-4-quinolinecarboxylic acid; 3-Fluoroquinoline-4-carboxylate; 3-Fluoro-4-carboxyquinoline; 153880-32-1; 3-Fluoro-4-quinoline carboxylic acid; 3-Fluoro-quinoline-4-carboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Fluoroquinoline-4-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements.

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 strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.