Description

2-Amino-Quinoline-4-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile quinoline derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its bifunctional nature, featuring both an amino group and a carboxylic acid moiety, which enables its use in constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research and development laboratories in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting infectious diseases or central nervous system disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the quinoline scaffold's bioactivity.
• Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of chelating ligands for catalysis or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) due to its nitrogen and oxygen donor atoms.
• Fluorescent Dye & Sensor Development: Acts as a core structure for creating novel fluorescent probes and chemosensors used in analytical chemistry and bio-imaging.
• Material Science: Utilized in the synthesis of organic semiconductors and conductive polymers for electronic applications.
• Academic & Contract Research: Serves as a fundamental reagent in university and CRO laboratories for methodological studies and novel compound library generation.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-Quinoline-4-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	157915-68-9
Molecular Formula	C10H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	188.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Aminoquinoline-4-carboxylic acid; 4-Quinolinecarboxylic acid, 2-amino-; 2-Amino-4-quinolinecarboxylic acid; 2-Amino-4-carboxyquinoline; 2-Aminochinolin-4-carbonsäure (German); Acide 2-amino-4-quinolinecarboxylique (French); 2-Amino-4-quinolincarboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-Quinoline-4-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent moisture absorption, which may affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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