Description

7-Hydroxy-4-Methyl-2-Oxo-2H-1-Benzopyran-8-Carboxaldehyde is a specialized organic compound belonging to the coumarin derivative family, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which provides a versatile scaffold for constructing more complex molecules in advanced chemical synthesis. This product is essential for research and development chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzymatic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and fluorescent markers due to its coumarin core.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other advanced organic electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Hydroxy-4-Methyl-2-Oxo-2H-1-Benzopyran-8-Carboxaldehyde
CAS No.	14003-96-4
Molecular Formula	C12H8O5
Molecular Weight	232.19 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Formyl-7-hydroxy-4-methylcoumarin; 7-Hydroxy-4-methyl-8-formylcoumarin; 7-Hydroxy-4-methylcoumarin-8-carboxaldehyde; 4-Methyl-7,8-dihydroxycoumarin-8-carboxaldehyde; 7-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2H-chromen-2-one-8-carbaldehyde; 7-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2-oxo-2H-chromene-8-carbaldehyde; 14003-96-4; 8-Carboxyaldehyde-7-hydroxy-4-methylcoumarin
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Quality Control

Our 7-Hydroxy-4-Methyl-2-Oxo-2H-1-Benzopyran-8-Carboxaldehyde is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for GMP and research-grade synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light. Due to its potential for oxidation, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage of bulk quantities and to minimize headspace in opened containers.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	250 - 255 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %

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