Description

4-Hydroxy-7-Methoxy-3-Phenylcoumarin is a functionalized coumarin derivative, a key structural motif in organic chemistry and pharmaceutical research. This compound matters as a versatile synthetic intermediate and a potential pharmacophore for developing new active ingredients. It is primarily needed by research and development laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for applications in drug discovery, material science, and as a building block for more complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a core scaffold in the research and synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzymes or receptors where the coumarin structure is active.
• Fluorescent Probe & Dye Precursor: Used in the development of organic light-emitting materials, sensors, and fluorescent markers due to the inherent photophysical properties of the coumarin ring system.
• Agrochemical Research: Acts as a key intermediate in the synthesis of experimental fungicides, herbicides, or plant growth regulators that utilize substituted coumarins.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and natural product analogs.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for potential use in organic electronics, non-linear optical materials, and as a component in advanced polymeric systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-7-Methoxy-3-Phenylcoumarin
CAS No.	2555-24-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₂O₄
Molecular Weight	268.26 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Phenyl-4-hydroxy-7-methoxycoumarin; 4-Hydroxy-7-methoxy-3-phenyl-2H-chromen-2-one; 7-Methoxy-4-hydroxy-3-phenylcoumarin; NSC 407332; 4-Hydroxy-7-methoxy-3-phenyl-2H-1-benzopyran-2-one; 4-Hydroxy-7-methoxy-3-phenyl-2H-chromen-2-one; 4-Hydroxy-7-methoxy-3-phenyl-2H-1-benzopyran-2-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxy-7-Methoxy-3-Phenylcoumarin is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR). A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical characteristics, and test results is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

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 incompatible materials. This material is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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