8-Hydroxyquinoline, with the CAS number 148-24-3, is an organic compound characterized by a hydroxyl group (-OH) attached to a quinoline structure, which is a bicyclic compound composed of a benzene ring fused to a pyridine ring. This compound appears as a yellow to brown crystalline solid and is known for its chelating properties, particularly with metal ions such as aluminum, iron, and copper. It exhibits a range of applications, including use as a reagent in analytical chemistry, a preservative in cosmetics, and as an antimicrobial agent. Additionally, 8-hydroxyquinoline has been studied for its potential in medicinal chemistry, particularly in the development of anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory agents. The compound is soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water. Its ability to form complexes with metal ions makes it valuable in various fields, including materials science and biochemistry. However, it is important to handle it with care due to its potential toxicity and environmental impact.

8-Hydroxyquinoline

148-24-3: 1-Azanaphthalene-8-ol, 8-Hydroxy Quinoline, 8-Hydroxychinolin, 8-Hydroxyquiniline, 8-Oq, 8-Oxyquinoline, 8-Quinol, 8-Quinolinol, AQ+, AQ<sup>+</sup>, Albisal, Azanaphthalene-8-ol, Chinolin-8-ol, Fennosan, Fennosan H 30, HQ, Hydroxy-8-Quinoline, Hydroxybenzopyridine, Hydroxychinolin, Hydroxyquinoline, Nsc 2039, Nsc 285166, Nsc 402623, Nsc 48037, Nsc 54230, Nsc 615011, Nsc 82404, Nsc 82405, Nsc 82409, Nsc 82410, Nsc 82412, OQ, Oxin, Oxine, Oxoquinoline, Oxybenzopyridine, Oxychinolin, Oxyquinoline, Phenopyridine, Quinolein-8-ol, Quinoleine-8-ol, Quinolin-8-ol, Quinoline, 8-Hydroxy-, Quinophenol, Tumex, 8-Hydroxyquinoline

CAS 148-24-3: 8-Hydroxyquinoline

Oxyquinoline (8-Hydroxyquinoline)

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