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8-Hydroxyquinaldine, also known as 8-hydroxy-2-methylquinoline or by its IUPAC name 2-methylquinolin-8-ol, is a chemical compound. It is a derivative of quinoline, a heterocyclic aromatic organic compound. Specifically, it is a quinoline molecule with a hydroxyl group (-OH) attached at the 8-position and a methyl group (-CH3) attached at the 2-position.

This compound is a solid at room temperature and typically appears as a yellowish or greenish crystalline powder. It exhibits chelating properties, meaning it can form stable complexes with various metal ions. This characteristic makes it useful in analytical chemistry for the detection and quantification of certain metals. For instance, it has been employed in spectrophotometric methods for determining concentrations of metals like aluminum, magnesium, and zinc.

8-Hydroxyquinaldine has also found applications in organic synthesis as a building block or intermediate for creating more complex molecules. Its chemical structure allows for various reactions to occur at different positions on the molecule. In some research contexts, its derivatives have been investigated for potential biological activities, although it is not widely recognized as a pharmaceutical agent. Its synthesis typically involves reactions starting from simpler aromatic or heterocyclic precursors.