Description

4-Hydroxy-7-Methoxyquinoline-6-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional quinoline derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique molecular structure, which provides a versatile scaffold for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients and specialty chemicals. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for creating complex molecules with targeted properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in developing compounds with potential anti-malarial, anti-bacterial, or kinase-inhibitory activity.
• Agrochemical Research: Used as a core structure for designing new generation pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for creating complex dyes, pigments, and functional materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for methodological studies and exploring new chemical entities.
• Ligand & Chelating Agent Precursor: Its functional groups make it suitable for developing metal-chelating ligands used in catalysis or analytical chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-7-Methoxyquinoline-6-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1190837-18-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₉NO₄
Molecular Weight	219.19 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Quinolinecarboxylic acid, 4-hydroxy-7-methoxy-; 4-Hydroxy-7-methoxyquinoline-6-carboxylic acid; 7-Methoxy-4-hydroxyquinoline-6-carboxylic acid; 4-Hydroxy-7-methoxy-6-quinolinecarboxylic acid; 6-Carboxy-4-hydroxy-7-methoxyquinoline; 4-Hydroxy-7-methoxy-6-quinolincarboxylic acid; 4-Hydroxy-7-methoxyquinoline-6-carboxylate
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Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxy-7-Methoxyquinoline-6-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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