Description

6-Acetyl-4-Hydroxy-Quinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional quinoline derivative serving as a critical advanced intermediate in modern organic synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring acetyl, hydroxyl, and carboxylic acid functional groups, makes it an exceptionally versatile building block for constructing complex heterocyclic systems. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for anti-infective, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the quinoline core for biological activity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Serves as a building block for electron-transport or emissive layer materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: The carboxylic acid and hydroxyl groups make it a useful starting material for creating chelating ligands for metal catalysts.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of specialized quinoline-based dyes and colorants.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and the construction of complex molecular libraries in academic and industrial R&D.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Acetyl-4-Hydroxy-Quinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	873969-88-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₁NO₄
Molecular Weight	245.23 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Acetyl-4-hydroxyquinoline-3-carboxylic acid; 4-Hydroxy-6-acetyl-3-quinolinecarboxylic acid; 3-Quinolinecarboxylic acid, 6-acetyl-4-hydroxy-; 6-Acetyl-4-hydroxy-3-quinolinecarboxylic acid; AHQCA; 6-Acetyl-4-oxo-1,4-dihydroquinoline-3-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Every batch of 6-Acetyl-4-Hydroxy-Quinoline-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system and undergoes comprehensive analytical testing. We provide full traceability and guarantee consistency to support your regulatory and research requirements. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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