Molekula
8-Hydroxyquinoline (8-Quinolinol) 98% flakes
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8-Hydroxyquinoline (8-Quinolinol) is an organic compound primarily used as a chelating agent in analytical chemistry, pharmaceuticals, and as a preservative in industrial applications. It appears as white to pale yellow flakes and is known for its solubility in organic solvents and weak solubility in water. This product has a CAS number of 148-24-3, with the molecular formula C9H7NO and a molecular weight of 145.16. It is classified with a signal word of Danger and requires careful handling. Storage should be at ambient conditions in a well-ventilated area, protected from moisture and light. Molekula supplies 8-Hydroxyquinoline (8-Quinolinol) 98% flakes from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Off-white to brown flaky solid |
| Purity (HPLC) | ⩾ 98.0% |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystals or white crystalline powder |
| Odour | Phenolic odor |
| Melting Point | 73-75 °C |
| Boiling Point | 267 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Water Solubility | 556 mg/L at 20 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in alcohol, acetone, chloroform, benzene, and in formic, acetic, hydrochloric, and sulfuric acids and alkalies |
| Vapour Pressure | 1.66 × 10⁻³ mmHg at 25 °C |
| pKa | pKa = 5.017 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 2.02 |
Source: PubChem CID 1923 (HSDB, PAC Chemical Database, DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90031940 |
| CAS Number | 148-24-3 |
| IUPAC Name | quinolin-8-ol |
| EC Number | 205-711-1 |
| Molecular Formula | C9H6N(OH) |
| Molecular Weight | 145.16 |
| Exact Mass | 145.0528 |
| SMILES | C1=CC2=C(C(=C1)O)N=CC=C2 |
| InChIKey | MCJGNVYPOGVAJF-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C9H7NO/c11-8-5-1-3-7-4-2-6-10-9(7)8/h1-6,11H |
| PubChem CID | 1923 |
| UN Number | UN2811 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29334970 |
| Tariff Code | 2933499070 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Toxic
GHS06
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H301 Toxic if swallowed
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H360D May harm the unborn child
- H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- 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)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is 8-Hydroxyquinoline (8-Quinolinol) used for?
It is primarily used as a chelating agent, corrosion inhibitor, and in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and analytical reagents like oxine derivatives.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 8-Hydroxyquinoline?
The formula is C₉H₇NO, which can also be written in condensed form as C₉H₆N(OH), and the molecular weight is 145.16 g/mol.
How should 8-Hydroxyquinoline be stored?
Store in a tightly sealed container at ambient temperature, away from moisture and direct sunlight.
What purity grade is available for this product?
Molekula supplies 98% flakes purity grade for 8-Hydroxyquinoline.
Can Molekula supply 8-Hydroxyquinoline in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer bulk quantities—contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of 8-Hydroxyquinoline?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
Is 8-Hydroxyquinoline (8-Quinolinol) 98% flakes dangerous goods for shipping?
Yes. 8-Hydroxyquinoline (8-Quinolinol) 98% flakes ships as dangerous goods: UN2811, class 6.1, packing group III.
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