Description

6-Isocyano-4-Oxachromane is a specialized heterocyclic building block containing both an isocyano functional group and a chromane scaffold. This compound matters as a versatile intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in medicinal chemistry and materials science. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel chromane-based drug candidates targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the chromane core's bioactivity.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized isocyanide-based ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Functional Material Development: Employed in the research of advanced organic materials, including dyes, sensors, and organic semiconductors.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create isocyanide-tagged molecules for studying biological processes and protein interactions.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodology development and exploratory synthesis in university and CRO laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Isocyano-4-Oxachromane
CAS No.	174092-82-1
Molecular Formula	C10H7NO2
Molecular Weight	173.17 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Isocyanato-4-oxachromane (common misnomer); 6-Isocyano-4H-chromene; 4-Oxa-6-isocyanatochromane; 6-Isocyanato-4-oxa-2H-chromene; 2H-1-Benzopyran-6-isocyanato, 3,4-dihydro-; 174092-82-1; 6-Isocyanato-3,4-dihydro-2H-1-benzopyran
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Quality Control

Our 6-Isocyano-4-Oxachromane is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure high purity and consistent identity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your R&D and quality assurance requirements.

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). The compound may be sensitive to moisture and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Assay	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.