Description

7-Chloroquinolin-8-Ol is a versatile halogenated quinoline derivative that serves as a crucial synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both a chlorine substituent and a hydroxyl group on the quinoline core, makes it a valuable precursor for the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for synthesizing complex molecules with targeted biological or chemical activities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly in antimicrobial, antimalarial, and anticancer research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Coordination Chemistry & Chelating Agent: Acts as a ligand for metal ions, useful in catalysis and material science applications.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in heterocyclic chemistry for constructing more complex quinoline-based structures.
• Research & Development: Serves as a standard or starting material in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for method development and discovery chemistry.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Potential precursor in the synthesis of specialized dyes and functional pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Chloroquinolin-8-Ol
CAS No.	876-86-8
Molecular Formula	C9H6ClNO
Molecular Weight	179.60 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Hydroxy-7-chloroquinoline; 7-Chloro-8-hydroxyquinoline; 7-Chloro-8-quinolinol; 8-Quinolinol, 7-chloro-; Oxine-7-chloro derivative; Cloxiquine (base); NSC 38297
EINECS	212-877-0

Quality Control

Our 7-Chloroquinolin-8-Ol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR, purity assessment by HPLC, and determination of residual solvents and heavy metals. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates.

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 the container sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Store away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	138°C - 142°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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