Description

7-Bromo-8-Hydroxyquinoline-2-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile halogenated quinoline derivative that serves as a key synthetic intermediate and functional building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, combining a carboxylic acid group with bromine and hydroxyl substituents, makes it valuable for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in drug discovery, ligand synthesis, and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for developing metal-chelating agents and antimicrobial compounds.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a precursor for creating new fungicides and pesticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the quinoline core.
• Chemical Synthesis Building Block: Employed in organic synthesis for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds, ligands for catalysis, and functionalized materials.
• Analytical Reagent Development: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing selective chelating agents and fluorescent probes used in analytical chemistry and diagnostics.
• Material Science Precursor: Utilized in the development of organic electronic materials and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) due to its coordinating functional groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Bromo-8-Hydroxyquinoline-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	495411-33-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₆BrNO₃
Molecular Weight	268.07 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Carboxy-7-bromo-8-hydroxyquinoline; 7-Bromo-8-hydroxyquinoline-2-carboxylic acid; 8-Hydroxy-7-bromoquinoline-2-carboxylic acid; 7-Bromo-8-hydroxy-2-quinolinecarboxylic acid; Quinoline-2-carboxylic acid, 7-bromo-8-hydroxy-; 495411-33-1
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 7-Bromo-8-Hydroxyquinoline-2-Carboxylic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and heavy metals. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment to ensure 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 oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

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