Description

7-Chloro-2-Quinolinecarboxylic Acid is a versatile quinoline derivative serving as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of the chloro and carboxylic acid functional groups, which enable precise derivatization for creating complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, particularly for developing active ingredients and novel heterocyclic compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in the development of quinoline-based drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that leverage the quinoline scaffold.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed coupling reactions and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, dyes, and fluorescent markers due to its conjugated aromatic system.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to synthesize molecular probes for studying biological processes and enzyme inhibition.
• Custom Synthesis and Scale-Up: A foundational substrate for contract research organizations (CROs) and CDMOs performing custom synthesis and process development.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Chloro-2-Quinolinecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	234444-66-7
Molecular Formula	C10H6ClNO2
Molecular Weight	207.61 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Chloroquinoline-2-carboxylic Acid; 2-Quinolinecarboxylic Acid, 7-Chloro-; 7-Chloro-2-quinolinecarboxylic acid; 7-Chloroquinaldinic Acid; 7-Chloro-2-carboxyquinoline; 7-Chloro-2-quinolinecarboxylate; 7-Chloro-2-quinoline carboxylic acid; 7-Chloro-2-quinolinecarboxylic acid (CAS 234444-66-7)
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Quality Control

Our 7-Chloro-2-Quinolinecarboxylic 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. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. The product is stable under these recommended conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.