Description

2-Methyl-7-Hydroxyquinoline is a versatile quinoline derivative that serves as a key synthetic intermediate and functional building block. Its unique structure, combining a hydroxy group with a methyl-substituted quinoline core, makes it valuable for creating compounds with specific optical and coordination properties. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require high-purity heterocyclic intermediates for synthesis and development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or anti-infective pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for developing novel fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Metal Chelation & Catalysis: Acts as a ligand for metal ions in catalytic systems and in the development of analytical reagents.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Employed as a building block for electron-transport or emissive layer materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Fluorescent Probe Development: Utilized in the design of chemosensors and bio-imaging agents due to its inherent fluorophore properties.
• Corrosion Inhibition: Investigated for use in formulations designed to protect metals in industrial environments.
• Research & Development: A crucial compound for academic and industrial R&D in organic chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-7-Hydroxyquinoline
CAS No.	165112-03-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₉NO
Molecular Weight	159.18 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Hydroxy-2-methylquinoline; 2-Methyl-7-quinolinol; 7-Hydroxyquinaldine; 2-Methyl-7-quinolol; 7-Quinolinol, 2-methyl-; 2-Methyl-7-hydroxyquinoline; 7-Hydroxy-2-methyl-1-azanaphthalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-7-Hydroxyquinoline is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent batch-to-batch quality.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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.