Molekula
5-Hydroxyquinoline (5-Quinolinol)
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5-Hydroxyquinoline, also called 5-quinolinol, is a crystalline organic compound primarily used as a building block in pharmaceutical synthesis and as a precursor in the production of dyes and agrochemicals. This chemical has a CAS number of 578-67-6, with the molecular formula C9H7NO and a molecular weight of 145.16. It is stable at ambient storage conditions, but requires careful handling as indicated by its warning signal word. Molekula supplies 5-Hydroxyquinoline from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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1 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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5 g — £101.30 per pack ex VAT · £121.56 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Light yellow to reddish grey to brown crystalline powder |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Vapour Pressure | 0.00033 mmHg |
Source: PubChem CID 135441757 (Haz-Map)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 75617108 |
| CAS Number | 578-67-6 |
| IUPAC Name | quinolin-5-ol |
| EC Number | 209-428-4 |
| Molecular Formula | C9H7NO |
| Molecular Weight | 145.16 |
| Exact Mass | 145.0528 |
| SMILES | C1=CC2=C(C=CC=N2)C(=C1)O |
| InChIKey | GYESAYHWISMZOK-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C9H7NO/c11-9-5-1-4-8-7(9)3-2-6-10-8/h1-6,11H |
| PubChem CID | 135441757 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 29334926 |
| Tariff Code | 2933499090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, English (US), French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1H-quinolin-5-one
- 5-Chinolinol
- 5-HYDROXYQUINOLINE
- 5-Quinolinol
- Ethanolamine,
- HYDROXYQUINOLINE, 5-
- L-Carnithine Tartrate
- Quinolin-5-ol
- quinolin-5-one
Frequently asked questions
What is 5-Hydroxyquinoline used for?
5-Hydroxyquinoline is used as a building block in organic synthesis, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 5-Hydroxyquinoline?
The chemical formula is C9H7NO with a molecular weight of 145.16 g/mol.
How should 5-Hydroxyquinoline be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of 5-Hydroxyquinoline does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies 5-Hydroxyquinoline in analytical grade.
Can Molekula supply 5-Hydroxyquinoline in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply 5-Hydroxyquinoline in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with a purchase of 5-Hydroxyquinoline?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
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