Description

7-Hydroxymethyl Quinoline is a versatile quinoline derivative that serves as a crucial building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its hydroxymethyl functional group makes it a valuable intermediate for the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty materials. This compound is particularly sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in anti-malarial and anti-inflammatory drug research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating complex ligands used in catalytic processes and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fluorescent Dye and Sensor Chemistry: Acts as a core structure for synthesizing novel fluorescent probes and chemosensors due to the quinoline scaffold's photophysical properties.
• Material Science: Utilized in the production of specialty polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool compound in academic and industrial laboratories for heterocyclic chemistry and medicinal chemistry projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Hydroxymethyl Quinoline
CAS No.	39982-49-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₉NO
Molecular Weight	159.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Quinolin-7-ylmethanol; 7-(Hydroxymethyl)quinoline; 7-Quinolinemethanol; 7-Quinolylmethanol; 1-Azanaphthalene-7-methanol; 7-HMQ
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-Hydroxymethyl Quinoline is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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