Description

6-Hydroxyquinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is a versatile quinoline derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. This compound is valued for its functionalized heterocyclic structure, which provides a key scaffold for constructing complex molecules with targeted biological and chemical properties. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications in drug discovery and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or anti-infective pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive quinoline core.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for chelating ligands used in catalysis, metal extraction, and sensor technology.
• Fluorescent Dye & Probe Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing advanced fluorescent markers and molecular probes for bio-imaging.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and other functional organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Hydroxyquinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	6972-86-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₁NO₃
Molecular Weight	217.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 6-hydroxyquinoline-3-carboxylate; 6-Hydroxy-3-quinolinecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; 3-Carbethoxy-6-hydroxyquinoline; Ethyl 6-hydroxy-3-quinolinecarboxylate; 6-Hydroxyquinoline-3-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; 6-Hydroxy-3-quinolinecarboxylic acid, ethyl ester; Quinoline-3-carboxylic acid, 6-hydroxy-, ethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Hydroxyquinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed results from HPLC, NMR, and other relevant analytical techniques to support your research and quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in light-resistant packaging.

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	≤ 0.5%

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