Description

2-Hydroxy-11H-Benzo[A]Carbazole-3-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, multifunctional heterocyclic carboxylic acid derivative that serves as a critical advanced intermediate in organic synthesis. Its unique fused-ring structure, combining carbazole and benzoic acid motifs, makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules with specific electronic and photophysical properties. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological disorders or acting as kinase inhibitors, leveraging the carbazole scaffold's biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, where its structure can contribute to specific modes of action.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Serves as a core structure for developing host or emitter materials in OLED displays and lighting due to its rigid, planar conjugated system and potential for functionalization.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing high-performance dyes, pigments, and fluorescent markers used in various industrial and analytical applications.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: The carboxylic acid and hydroxyl groups make it a useful chelating ligand for constructing metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or catalysts.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed as a standard or starting material in chemical research to explore new reactions and synthesize libraries of compounds for screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxy-11H-Benzo[A]Carbazole-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	84-43-5
Molecular Formula	C17H11NO3
Molecular Weight	277.27 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Carboxy-2-hydroxybenzocarbazole; 2-Hydroxybenzocarbazole-3-carboxylic acid; 11H-Benzo[a]carbazole-3-carboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-; NSC 403169; Benzo[a]carbazole-3-carboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-11H-; 2-Hydroxy-11H-benzo[a]carbazole-3-carboxylic acid; 2-Hydroxybenz[a]carbazole-3-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxy-11H-Benzo[A]Carbazole-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Custom purity grades and analytical packages are available to meet specific project requirements.

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 heat, open flames, and incompatible materials. The compound is light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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.