Description 8-Hydroxyquinoline is an organic compound with the formula C9H7NO. It is a derivative of the heterocycle quinoline by placement of an OH group on carbon number 8. This light yellow compound is widely used commercially, although under a variety of names. Basic Info Chemical Name quinolin-8-ol Synonyms 8-OH-quinoline; Tumex; 8-hydroxy-quinoline; 8-Quinolinone; Quinophenol; Expand CAS No. 148-24-3 Molecular Formula C9H7NO Molecular Weight 145.15800 PSA 33.12000 LogP 1.94040 Properties Appearance & Physical State white to pale yellow crystal Density 1.03 Boiling Point 267ºC (752 mmHg) Melting Point 70-74ºC Flash Point 100ºC Water Solubility INSOLUBLE Stability Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. Darkens and decomposes on exposure to light. Storage Condition Store at RT. |