Description

2-Hydroxy-6-Methoxy-Quinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional quinoline derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both carboxylic acid and hydroxyl groups on the quinoline core, makes it a versatile intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and development laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzymes or receptors where the quinoline scaffold is pharmacologically active.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalysis, metal complexation, and analytical chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic electronic materials, dyes, and pigments due to its conjugated ring system and functional groups.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable scaffold for medicinal chemistry and organic synthesis projects exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxy-6-Methoxy-Quinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	154386-35-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₉NO₄
Molecular Weight	219.19 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methoxy-2-oxo-1,2-dihydroquinoline-3-carboxylic acid; 6-Methoxy-2-oxo-1H-quinoline-3-carboxylic acid; 2-Hydroxy-6-methoxyquinoline-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Quinolinecarboxylic acid, 1,2-dihydro-6-methoxy-2-oxo-; 154386-35-3; 6-Methoxy-2-oxo-1,2-dihydroquinoline-3-carboxylic acid; 6-Methoxy-2-oxo-1H-quinoline-3-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxy-6-Methoxy-Quinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and heavy metals to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and strong acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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