Description

7-Hydroxy-2-oxo-2H-chromene-8-carbaldehyde is a versatile and high-value coumarin derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both a phenolic hydroxyl and an aldehyde group on the coumarin scaffold, makes it a key building block for the synthesis of complex heterocyclic compounds and functional materials. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients, dyes, and fluorescent probes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel coumarin-based drug candidates with potential biological activities, including anticoagulant, antimicrobial, and anticancer properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage the coumarin structure.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a building block for electron-transport materials or emissive layer dopants in the production of advanced display and lighting technologies.
• Fluorescent Dyes & Probes: Utilized to create sensitive fluorescent markers and sensors for biological imaging, environmental monitoring, and analytical chemistry applications.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Design: Acts as a chelating ligand for metal ions, facilitating the creation of novel catalysts or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical & Fragrance Intermediate: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex fragrance molecules and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Hydroxy-2-oxo-2H-chromene-8-carbaldehyde
CAS No.	2067-86-9
Molecular Formula	C10H6O4
Molecular Weight	190.15 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Formyl-7-hydroxycoumarin; 7-Hydroxy-8-formylcoumarin; 7-Hydroxycoumarin-8-carboxaldehyde; 7-Hydroxy-8-aldehydrocoumarin; 2-Oxo-2H-1-benzopyran-7-ol-8-carbaldehyde; 7-Hydroxy-2H-chromen-2-one-8-carbaldehyde; 7-Hydroxy-2-oxochromene-8-carbaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-Hydroxy-2-oxo-2H-chromene-8-carbaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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