Description

3-Cyano-7-Methoxycoumarin is a versatile and highly functionalized coumarin derivative, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular scaffold, which combines a fluorescent coumarin core with reactive cyano and methoxy substituents, enabling the construction of complex heterocyclic systems. This compound is essential for research and development laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients, dyes, and sensors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzymes or requiring fluorescence tagging.
• Fluorescent Probe & Sensor Development: Used as a core structure for creating chemosensors and bioimaging agents due to its inherent fluorescent properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Intermediate in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators with enhanced activity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a precursor for electron-transport or emissive layer materials in electronic displays and lighting.
• Dye & Pigment Synthesis: Used to create specialized fluorescent dyes for biological staining, security inks, and advanced materials.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in synthetic organic chemistry and photochemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	3-Cyano-7-Methoxycoumarin
CAS No.	13229-92-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₇NO₃
Molecular Weight	201.18 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Methoxy-3-cyanocoumarin; 3-Cyano-7-methoxy-2H-chromen-2-one; 7-Methoxycoumarin-3-carbonitrile; 3-Cyano-7-methoxy-2H-1-benzopyran-2-one; CMC; 3-CN-7-OMe Coumarin
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Cyano-7-Methoxycoumarin is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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). Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.