Description

(2-Oxo-3,4-Dihydro-2H-Quinolin-1-Yl)-Acetic Acid is a high-purity, versatile organic intermediate characterized by its quinolinone-acetic acid hybrid structure. This compound is valued for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, offering a unique scaffold for pharmaceutical and agrochemical research and development. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy and selectivity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and functional materials requiring the quinolinone moiety.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for medicinal chemistry programs and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies in university and CRO laboratories.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the development of molecular probes and inhibitors for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Oxo-3,4-Dihydro-2H-Quinolin-1-Yl)-Acetic Acid
CAS No.	81745-21-3
Molecular Formula	C11H9NO3
Molecular Weight	203.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Carboxymethyl-2-quinolone; 2-Oxo-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroquinoline-1-acetic acid; 1-(Carboxymethyl)-3,4-dihydro-2(1H)-quinolinone; 1-Acetic acid-3,4-dihydro-2(1H)-quinolinone; (2-Oxo-3,4-dihydroquinolin-1-yl)acetic acid; Quinolin-1-yl-acetic acid, 3,4-dihydro-2-oxo-; 81745-21-3; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-2-oxoquinoline-1-acetic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (2-Oxo-3,4-Dihydro-2H-Quinolin-1-Yl)-Acetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request, supporting your regulatory and quality assurance 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 strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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