Description

6-Hydroxy-2-quinolinecarboxylic acid is a versatile quinoline derivative that serves as a key synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a hydroxyl group on the quinoline core, makes it valuable for constructing complex molecules with specific functionalities. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications ranging from drug discovery to material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its heterocyclic structure.
• Coordination Chemistry & Chelation: Acts as a ligand for metal ions, useful in creating catalysts, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and analytical reagents.
• Dye & Pigment Synthesis: Functions as a building block for the manufacture of specialized quinoline-based dyes, optical brighteners, and pigments.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a component in the development of organic semiconductors and light-emitting materials due to its conjugated system.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and synthesizing novel heterocyclic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Hydroxy-2-quinolinecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	75434-18-3
Molecular Formula	C10H7NO3
Molecular Weight	189.17 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Hydroxyquinaldic Acid; 2-Carboxy-6-hydroxyquinoline; 6-Hydroxy-2-quinolinecarboxylic acid; 6-Hydroxyquinaldinic Acid; Quinoline-2-carboxylic acid, 6-hydroxy-; 6-Hydroxyquinoline-2-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 6-Hydroxy-2-quinolinecarboxylic acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. The compound is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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