8-Quinolinol (CED0008070)

8-Quinolinol is an organoheterocyclic compound with the formula C9H7NO and an average molecular weight of 145.16 g/mol. 8-Quinolinol belongs to the 8-hydroxyquinolines, a subclass of quinolines and derivatives within the organic compounds. In industrial applications, the compound serves as a stabilizing agent. It is also recorded as an inhibitor of the protein target Methionine aminopeptidase 2 (METAP2). The compound is found in or released from 49 recorded sources across multiple sectors. In healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and veterinary products, it is used in antibiotics, gynecologicals, throat preparations, antiseptics and disinfectants, and stomatological preparations. Within the food, food processing, and cookware sector, it is associated with food preservation, food contact materials, the preparation of malt, the preparation of vinegar, and fermentation processes for beer. In the household cleaning and consumer products sector, it is found in bleaching agents, perfumes within detergents and soaps, match receptacles or boxes, cigar cigarettes, and non-electric simulated smoking devices. Additional sources include drinking water and water supply, as well as building and construction materials such as stairs, ramps, and fencing. In the electrical and electronic equipment sector, it is found in amplifiers, antennas, coils, discharge lamps, and conductors or conductive bodies characterized by the conductive materials. Recorded exposure routes for 8-Quinolinol include oral, inhalation, topical, vaginal, touch, and dental.