Description

6-Nitrocoumarin is a versatile nitrated coumarin derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate and functional building block in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its ability to introduce both the coumarin scaffold and a reactive nitro group, enabling 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, particularly for developing novel active ingredients and photoactive substances.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting various enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced properties.
• Fluorescent Dye & Probe Development: Used in the research and production of fluorescent markers, sensors, and bio-imaging agents due to the coumarin core.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Serves as a starting material for creating electron-transport or emissive layers in electronic displays.
• Photopolymerization Initiators: Acts as a photoinitiator or a component in photoinitiator systems for UV-curable inks, coatings, and adhesives.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Fundamental reagent for studying nitration reactions, heterocyclic chemistry, and photophysical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Nitrocoumarin
CAS No.	2725-81-7
Molecular Formula	C9H5NO4
Molecular Weight	191.14 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Nitro-2H-chromen-2-one; 6-Nitro-2H-1-benzopyran-2-one; 6-Nitro-coumarin; Coumarin, 6-nitro-; 2H-1-Benzopyran-2-one, 6-nitro-; 6-Nitro-2-chromenone; 6-Nitro-2-oxo-2H-chromene
EINECS	220-333-8

Quality Control

Our 6-Nitrocoumarin is produced under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity determination, to meet the exacting requirements of our global clientele. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as identity, purity, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.