Description

6-Chloro-3-Hydroxy-Quinoline-4-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized quinoline derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty fine chemicals. It is primarily needed by research and development teams, process chemists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to create novel molecular entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting infectious diseases or central nervous system disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel fungicides, herbicides, or plant growth regulators due to its bioactive quinoline core.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating chelating agents or catalysts in metal-organic chemistry.
• Fluorescent Dye & Sensor Development: Utilized in the research of organic light-emitting materials and chemical sensors.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for medicinal chemistry programs and process optimization studies in university and CRO laboratories.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for manufacturing other specialized quinoline-based chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chloro-3-Hydroxy-Quinoline-4-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	856177-13-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₆ClNO₃
Molecular Weight	223.61 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Chloro-3-hydroxyquinoline-4-carboxylic acid; 4-Quinolinecarboxylic acid, 6-chloro-3-hydroxy-; 6-Chloro-3-hydroxy-4-quinolinecarboxylic acid; 6-Chloro-3-hydroxy-4-carboxyquinoline; 3-Hydroxy-6-chloroquinoline-4-carboxylic acid; 856177-13-4; 6-Chloro-3-hydroxy-quinoline-4-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 6-Chloro-3-Hydroxy-Quinoline-4-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical R&D. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for 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 place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.