Description

4-Hydroxy-3-Methyl-Chromen-2-One is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the coumarin family. This versatile intermediate is valued for its specific chemical structure, which makes it a critical building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with coumarin-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a crucial building block for manufacturing dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Investigated as a core component or intermediate in the development of organic electronic materials.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing certain aroma chemicals, given its coumarin backbone.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Used as a standard or starting material in chemical research for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-3-Methyl-Chromen-2-One
CAS No.	15074-17-6
Molecular Formula	C10H8O3
Molecular Weight	176.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-4-hydroxycoumarin; 4-Hydroxy-3-methyl-2H-chromen-2-one; 4-Hydroxy-3-methyl-1-benzopyran-2-one; 3-Methyl-4-hydroxy-2-oxo-2H-chromene; 4-Hydroxy-3-methylcoumarin; 15074-17-6; 3-Methylumbelliferone (less common, check context)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We supply 4-Hydroxy-3-Methyl-Chromen-2-One in various purity grades to meet diverse application needs, from research to commercial scale. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0% (Standard Grade)
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.