Description

4-Chromanone is a versatile organic compound and a key structural motif in heterocyclic chemistry, serving as a crucial building block for the synthesis of more complex molecules. Its value lies in its ability to act as a precursor for a wide range of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals, enabling the development of new active ingredients. This intermediate is essential for R&D chemists and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries seeking to develop novel compounds with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of various bioactive molecules, including potential central nervous system (CNS) agents, cardiovascular drugs, and anti-inflammatory compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for biological activity.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of certain aroma chemicals and fragrance ingredients due to its oxygen-containing heterocyclic structure.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable building block in academic and industrial research for constructing complex heterocyclic frameworks, chromenes, and coumarin derivatives.
• Material Science Precursor: Investigated for use in the synthesis of organic ligands and functional materials with specific optical or electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chromanone
CAS No.	1341-36-2
Molecular Formula	C9H8O2
Molecular Weight	148.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Chromone; 4H-1-Benzopyran-4-one; Chroman-4-one; 1,4-Benzopyrone; 4-Oxochromane; 4H-Chromen-4-one; γ-Chromone; Coumaran-4-one
EINECS	215-662-1

Quality Control

Our 4-Chromanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive quality assurance, with each lot accompanied by a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) that includes results for identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Our standard grade meets typical research and industrial requirements, and we can discuss custom specifications to align with your specific project needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	57 - 61 °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.