Description

4-Amino-6-Ethoxyquinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, advanced pharmaceutical intermediate characterized by its specific quinoline-based molecular structure. This compound matters as a critical building block in the synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), offering precise chemical functionality for targeted molecular construction. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing new therapeutic agents and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel quinoline-based drug candidates, particularly in oncology and antimicrobial research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides due to its bioactive quinoline scaffold.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a functional material or a starting point for synthesizing electron-transport or emissive layer components.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: Utilized to create complexing agents or ligands for catalytic systems and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye and Pigment Industry: Acts as an intermediate for producing specialized quinoline-derived dyes and colorants.
• Academic and R&D: Employed in chemical research for studying heterocyclic compound reactions and properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	4-Amino-6-Ethoxyquinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1242260-54-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₂N₂O₃
Molecular Weight	232.24 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Amino-6-ethoxyquinoline-3-carboxylic acid; 6-Ethoxy-4-aminoquinoline-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Quinolinecarboxylic acid, 4-amino-6-ethoxy-; AECQ; 4-Amino-6-ethoxy-3-quinolinecarboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 4-Amino-6-Ethoxyquinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical R&D and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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