Description

Ethyl 4,6-Dihydroxyquinoline-3-Carboxylate is a versatile quinoline derivative ester that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its bifunctional molecular structure, which provides reactive sites for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This compound is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new molecules with targeted properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel quinoline-based drug candidates, including potential antimicrobials, anticancer agents, and central nervous system (CNS) active compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the quinoline core contributes to biological activity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a precursor for electron-transport or emissive layer materials in electronic display technologies due to its conjugated structure.
• Coordination Chemistry & Catalysis: Acts as a chelating ligand for metal ions, useful in creating catalysts for organic transformations or in materials science applications.
• Dye and Pigment Industry: Functions as an intermediate for synthesizing specialized quinoline dyes and colorants with specific light-fastness and hue properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis and for exploring new chemical spaces in medicinal chemistry programs.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 4,6-Dihydroxyquinoline-3-Carboxylate
CAS No.	228728-25-4
Molecular Formula	C12H11NO4
Molecular Weight	233.22 g/mol
Synonyms	4,6-Dihydroxyquinoline-3-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 4,6-dihydroxy-3-quinolinecarboxylate; 3-Quinolinecarboxylic acid, 4,6-dihydroxy-, ethyl ester; 4,6-Dihydroxy-3-quinolinecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 4,6-dihydroxychinolin-3-carboxylat (German); エチル 4,6-ジヒドロキシキノリン-3-カルボキシレート (Japanese)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 4,6-Dihydroxyquinoline-3-Carboxylate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to guarantee traceability, consistency, and compliance with your specific project requirements.

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. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.