Description

7-Hydroxy-8-(Hydroxymethyl)Chromen-4-One is a specialized chromone derivative, a key synthetic intermediate and building block in organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both phenolic and hydroxymethyl functional groups, makes it a versatile precursor for the synthesis of more complex heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This high-purity compound is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and fine chemical producers requiring reliable, high-quality intermediates for advanced synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of novel chromone-based drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Organic Synthesis: Used as a versatile precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic frameworks in medicinal and combinatorial chemistry.
• Flavor & Fragrance Research: Acts as a starting material for developing synthetic analogs of natural chromone derivatives found in some flavor and fragrance compounds.
• Agrochemical Development: Employed in research for creating new agrochemicals, leveraging the chromone scaffold's biological activity.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or functional component in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reference standard and reagent for chemical research in universities and corporate R&D centers worldwide.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Hydroxy-8-(Hydroxymethyl)Chromen-4-One
CAS No.	20050-50-4
Molecular Formula	C10H8O4
Molecular Weight	192.17 g/mol
Synonyms	8-(Hydroxymethyl)-7-hydroxychromen-4-one; 7-Hydroxy-8-hydroxymethyl-4-chromone; 7-Hydroxy-8-(hydroxymethyl)-4H-chromen-4-one; 4H-1-Benzopyran-4-one, 7-hydroxy-8-(hydroxymethyl)-; Chromone-7-ol, 8-hydroxymethyl-; 7-Hydroxy-8-hydroxymethylchromone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-Hydroxy-8-(Hydroxymethyl)Chromen-4-One is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and pharmaceutical intermediate applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider inert gas purging to maintain product stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.0%

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