Description

4-Hydroxy-8-Cyanoquinoline is a high-purity, multi-functional heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both hydroxy and cyano substituents on the quinoline core, makes it a versatile precursor for developing complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: Used to create chelating ligands for metal complexes in catalysis and material science applications.
• Functional Material Development: Employed in the research and production of advanced organic electronic materials, dyes, and pigments.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Acts as a scaffold for developing fluorescent probes or enzyme inhibitors used in biochemical research.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for method development and exploratory synthesis in organic chemistry laboratories worldwide.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-8-Cyanoquinoline
CAS No.	848128-91-6
Molecular Formula	C10H6N2O
Molecular Weight	170.17 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Cyano-4-quinolinol; 4-Quinolinol, 8-cyano-; 8-Cyano-4-hydroxyquinoline; 4-Hydroxyquinoline-8-carbonitrile; Quinolin-4-ol, 8-cyano-; 848128-91-6; 4-OH-8-CN-Quinoline
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxy-8-Cyanoquinoline is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting the specific results for that lot.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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