Molekula
8-Hydroxy-5-nitroquinoline
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8-Hydroxy-5-nitroquinoline is a nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compound used in organic synthesis and as an intermediate in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It appears as a yellow crystalline solid with a molecular formula of C9H6N2O3 and a molecular weight of 190.16 g/mol. It is stable at ambient temperature and should be handled with care due to its hazard classification. CAS number: 4008-48-4. Molekula supplies 8-Hydroxy-5-nitroquinoline from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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5 g — $47.20 per pack
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25 g — $147.70 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Yellow green powder |
| Water | ≤0.5% |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% |
| Purity | ≥98% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 180 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 19910 (DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 25352425 |
| CAS Number | 4008-48-4 |
| IUPAC Name | 5-nitroquinolin-8-ol |
| EC Number | 223-662-4 |
| Molecular Formula | C9H6N2O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 190.16 |
| Exact Mass | 190.0378 |
| SMILES | C1=CC2=C(C=CC(=C2N=C1)O)[N+](=O)[O-] |
| InChIKey | RJIWZDNTCBHXAL-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C9H6N2O3/c12-8-4-3-7(11(13)14)6-2-1-5-10-9(6)8/h1-5,12H |
| PubChem CID | 19910 |
| UN Number | UN2811 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2933.49.2600 |
| Tariff Code | 2933499090 |
Safety & GHS
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Toxic
GHS06
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H301 + H311 + H331 Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P304+312 IF INHALED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 5-Nitro-8-hydroxyquinoline
- 5-Nitro-8-oxyquinoline
- 5-Nitro-8-quinolinol
- 5-nitroquinolin-8-ol
- 5-Nitrox
- 5-NOK
- Nicene
- Nitroxolina
- NITROXOLINE
- Nitroxolinum
Frequently asked questions
What is 8-Hydroxy-5-nitroquinoline used for?
It is primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and dyes, and as a ligand in coordination chemistry.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 8-Hydroxy-5-nitroquinoline?
The formula is C9H6N2O3 with a molecular weight of 190.16 g/mol.
How should 8-Hydroxy-5-nitroquinoline be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from light and moisture.
What grade is available for 8-Hydroxy-5-nitroquinoline?
Available in research grade; purity is typically 95% or higher.
Can Molekula supply 8-Hydroxy-5-nitroquinoline in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request; please contact our sales team for details.
What documentation comes with an order of 8-Hydroxy-5-nitroquinoline?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
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