Description

8-Methoxy-Quinoline-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized quinoline derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile precursor in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty fine chemicals. Industries that need it include pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical manufacturing, and academic research laboratories focused on heterocyclic chemistry and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating complex chelating ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors and functional dyes due to its quinoline core.
• Academic and R&D: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new heterocyclic reactions in organic chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to manufacturing specialized chemicals for electronics and performance materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Methoxy-Quinoline-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	21141-35-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₉NO₃
Molecular Weight	203.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Quinolinecarboxylic acid, 8-methoxy-; 8-Methoxyquinaldic acid; 8-Methoxy-2-quinolinecarboxylic acid; 8-Methoxyquinoline-2-carboxylic acid; 21141-35-5; 8-Methoxyquinaldinic acid; NSC 163082; 8-Methoxy-2-carboxyquinoline
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Quality Control

Our 8-Methoxy-Quinoline-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous 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. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications 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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.