Description

Ethyl 7-Hydroxycoumarin-4-Carboxylate is a versatile and high-purity coumarin derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate and analytical standard. Its value lies in its well-defined chemical structure, which is essential for precise research, development, and quality control processes. This compound is primarily needed by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for applications in synthesis, photochemistry, and as a key building block for more complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those with coumarin-based structures.
• Fluorescent Probe & Dye Synthesis: Used in the development of fluorescent markers, sensors, and laser dyes due to its inherent photophysical properties.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for creating complex organic molecules in research and specialty chemical manufacturing.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed as an intermediate in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides.
• Analytical Standard: Provides a high-purity reference material for HPLC, LC-MS, and other analytical methods to ensure accuracy in testing and quality assurance.
• UV Absorber & Photostabilizer Research: Investigated for use in materials science to enhance the stability of polymers and coatings against UV degradation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 7-Hydroxycoumarin-4-Carboxylate
CAS No.	1084-45-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₀O₅
Molecular Weight	234.20 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Hydroxy-4-carbethoxycoumarin; Ethyl 7-hydroxy-2-oxo-2H-chromene-4-carboxylate; Ethyl 7-hydroxy-4-coumarincarboxylate; 4-Carbethoxy-7-hydroxycoumarin; 7-Hydroxycoumarin-4-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; ESC; 7-Hydroxy-4-(ethoxycarbonyl)coumarin
EINECS	214-123-8

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 7-Hydroxycoumarin-4-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	255 - 260 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.