Description

2-(4-Hydroxy-Phenyl)-8-Methyl-Quinoline-4-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, synthetic organic compound belonging to the quinoline carboxylic acid family, serving as a critical advanced intermediate for pharmaceutical and fine chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its precise molecular structure, which enables the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in therapeutic areas requiring complex heterocyclic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators that utilize quinoline-based chemistry.
• Material Science: Potential precursor for the synthesis of organic ligands, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), or functional dyes and pigments.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile intermediate for further functionalization, enabling the creation of libraries of compounds for screening and discovery.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in research laboratories for methodological studies and the exploration of new chemical reactions and pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Hydroxy-Phenyl)-8-Methyl-Quinoline-4-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	669726-20-9
Molecular Formula	C18H15NO3
Molecular Weight	293.32 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Methyl-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-4-quinolinecarboxylic acid; 2-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)-8-methyl-4-quinolinecarboxylic acid; 4-Quinolinecarboxylic acid, 2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-8-methyl-; 2-(4-Hydroxy-phenyl)-8-methyl-chinolin-4-carbonsäure (German); Acide 2-(4-hydroxyphényl)-8-méthyl-quinoléine-4-carboxylique (French)
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-(4-Hydroxy-Phenyl)-8-Methyl-Quinoline-4-Carboxylic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets exacting customer specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maximize stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.