Description

3-Methyl-6-Nitrocoumarin is a specialized nitrocoumarin derivative that serves as a key synthetic intermediate and functional building block. Its molecular structure, featuring both a coumarin core and a nitro substituent, makes it valuable for the development of advanced materials and active compounds. This product is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and dye industries for synthesis and process development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting specific biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and production of new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive coumarin scaffold.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in organic chemistry for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and for introducing the nitrocoumarin moiety into larger molecular architectures.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of specialized dyes, fluorescent markers, and optical brighteners.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for use in the development of organic electronic materials, sensors, and photoresponsive polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methyl-6-Nitrocoumarin
CAS No.	103030-08-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₇NO₄
Molecular Weight	205.17 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Nitro-3-methyl-2H-chromen-2-one; 3-Methyl-6-nitro-2H-1-benzopyran-2-one; 6-Nitro-3-methylcoumarin; 3-Methyl-6-nitrocoumarin; 2H-1-Benzopyran-2-one, 6-nitro-3-methyl-; 3-Methyl-6-nitro-2H-chromen-2-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Methyl-6-Nitrocoumarin is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are 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, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging during storage and handling.

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.