Description

4,6-Dichloro-2-Quinolinecarboxylic Acid is a high-purity, halogenated 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 agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors seeking to develop novel compounds with enhanced biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting infectious diseases or cancer.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging the quinoline core's bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of novel organic electronic materials or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Biology: Employed as a molecular scaffold or probe in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Dye and Pigment Industry: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing specialized quinoline-based dyes and colorants.
• Catalyst Ligand Preparation: The carboxylic acid and chloro groups allow for derivatization into chelating ligands for catalytic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,6-Dichloro-2-Quinolinecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	902742-67-0
Molecular Formula	C10H5Cl2NO2
Molecular Weight	242.06 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Quinolinecarboxylic acid, 4,6-dichloro-; 4,6-Dichloroquinoline-2-carboxylic acid; 4,6-Dichloro-2-quinolinecarboxylic acid; 4,6-Dichloroquinaldinic acid; 4,6-Dichloro-2-carboxyquinoline; 4,6-Dichloroquinoline-2-carboxylate; 902742-67-0; 4,6-Dichloro-2-quinoline carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 4,6-Dichloro-2-Quinolinecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with 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 area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials. The container must be kept tightly sealed to protect the contents from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.