Description

2-(2-Oxo-2H-Chromen-3-Yl)Acetic Acid is a versatile coumarin derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both a coumarin core and an acetic acid side chain, makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules with specific biological and photophysical properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting anti-inflammatory, anticoagulant, or anticancer pathways.
• Agrochemical Development: Used in research to create new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and natural product analogs due to its reactive functional groups.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), fluorescent sensors, and other photofunctional materials.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a scaffold or probe in biochemical studies to investigate enzyme interactions and cellular processes.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Acts as a starting material for the production of specialized coumarin-based dyes and fluorescent markers.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Oxo-2H-Chromen-3-Yl)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	20862-58-2
Molecular Formula	C11H8O4
Molecular Weight	204.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Carboxymethylcoumarin; 3-Carboxymethyl-2H-chromen-2-one; 2-Oxo-2H-chromene-3-acetic acid; 3-(Carboxymethyl)-2H-chromen-2-one; 2H-1-Benzopyran-2-one, 3-(carboxymethyl)-; 3-Acetic acid coumarin; Coumarin-3-acetic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(2-Oxo-2H-Chromen-3-Yl)Acetic Acid is produced 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. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which may affect stability and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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