Description

Benzo[C]Cinnoline-2-Carboxylic Acid is a specialized heterocyclic aromatic compound that serves as a high-value synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical research and development. Its unique fused ring structure makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules with specific electronic and photophysical properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors, particularly for developing novel active ingredients and functional organic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new generations of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a core building block for electron-transport materials and emissive layer components in display and lighting technologies.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a chelating ligand precursor for creating metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalysts.
• Dye & Pigment Industry: Intermediate for synthesizing high-performance, color-fast azo dyes and complex organic pigments.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental reagent for studying heterocyclic chemistry, reaction mechanisms, and structure-property relationships.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzo[C]Cinnoline-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	20684-46-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₈N₂O₂
Molecular Weight	224.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Carboxybenzo[c]cinnoline; Benzo[c]cinnoline-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Benzo[c]cinnolinecarboxylic acid; NSC 163063; 1,2-Diazafluorene-9-carboxylic acid; 9-Carboxy-1,2-diazafluorene; 1,2-Diazafluoren-9-carboxylic acid; 2,3-Diazafluorene-9-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our Benzo[C]Cinnoline-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) to ensure compliance with your research and production standards. Custom purity grades, including research and development (R&D) and high-purity pharmaceutical intermediate grades, are available upon request.

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 in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Standard Grade)
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.