Description

2-Quinolinecarboxaldehyde is a versatile heterocyclic aromatic aldehyde that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique quinoline core and reactive formyl group make it an indispensable precursor for creating complex molecular architectures. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of quinoline-based drug candidates, including antimalarial, antibacterial, and anticancer agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Used to synthesize nitrogen-containing ligands for metal complexes in catalytic applications.
• Material Science: Intermediate in the production of organic semiconductors, fluorescent dyes, and photostabilizers.
• Chemical Research: Valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for heterocyclic chemistry and methodology development.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of complex fragrance and flavor compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Quinolinecarboxaldehyde
CAS No.	5470-96-2
Molecular Formula	C10H7NO
Molecular Weight	157.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Quinoline-2-carboxaldehyde; 2-Formylquinoline; 2-Quinolinealdehyde; 2-Quinolinecarbaldehyde; 2-Carboxaldehydequinoline; o-Quinolinecarboxaldehyde; 2-Quinaldehyde
EINECS	226-787-6

Quality Control

Our 2-Quinolinecarboxaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation, including a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) for each lot, verifying identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting its use in regulated synthesis pathways.

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). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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