Description

2-(2-Methyl-4H-chromen-4-ylidene)malononitrile is a versatile organic compound belonging to the class of chromene derivatives. This compound is valued for its unique photophysical and electronic properties, making it a critical intermediate in advanced material synthesis. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and organic electronics sectors for creating novel functional molecules.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: A key building block for synthesizing n-type organic semiconductors and electron-transport materials used in OLEDs and organic photovoltaics.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those with chromene-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the synthesis of novel active ingredients for crop protection products, leveraging its heterocyclic structure.
• Nonlinear Optical (NLO) Materials: Employed in the development of materials for photonics and optoelectronics due to its potential for high hyperpolarizability.
• Fluorescent Dye & Sensor Development: Acts as a core structure for creating fluorescent probes and chemosensors for biological and environmental detection.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for synthetic organic chemistry research, enabling the exploration of new reactions and molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-(2-Methyl-4H-chromen-4-ylidene)malononitrile
CAS No.	15058-15-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₈N₂O
Molecular Weight	220.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Methyl-4H-1-benzopyran-4-ylidene)propanedinitrile; 2-(2-Methylchromen-4-ylidene)malononitrile; 4-(Dicyanomethylene)-2-methyl-4H-chromene; 2-Methyl-4-(dicyanomethylene)-4H-chromene; 15058-15-8; 2-Methyl-4H-chromene-4-ylidenemalononitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(2-Methyl-4H-chromen-4-ylidene)malononitrile is produced under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high-purity requirements for research and fine chemical synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is available for each lot 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 strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.